2019 Dakota County Library Summer Program Guide

Programs

SUMMER 2019

Summer Discovery Keep kids reading and learning with fun Summer Discovery pre-reader, reader and teen activities.

Become eligible to win prizes throughout the summer. Sign up online or at most library locations.

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Siama’s Congo Music | PAG E 7 Intro to 3D Printing | PAG E 24 Floral Arranging 101 | PAG E 27

www.dakotacounty.us/library

at Dakota County Library | June 5–Aug. 17, 2019

KIDS

TEENS

Become eligible to win great prizes throughout the summer just by signing up for Summer Discovery. Prize drawings include Minnesota State Fair tickets or tickets to a Minnesota Twins game at Target Field.

Sign up for Summer Discovery at any Dakota County Library location or online to get a free pass to the Cascade Bay Teen Takeover on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Choose from fun reading and learning activities to earn a free book and entries for a prize drawing.

BIRTH TO ENTERING 5TH GRADE

LET’S GO

PRE-READERS

Pick up a Summer Discovery Pre-reader Activity Log or register online to earn a free book as you read and do fun early literacy activities like singing songs, exploring the outdoors and reading books.

READERS

READER

Get young children on the road to reading readiness and help school age

kids NAME:

and teens develop an appreciation

for reading and learning with Summer

Pick up a Summer Discovery Reader Activity Log or register online to earn a free book as you have fun choosing activities that challenge you to read and learn.

Prizes may be redeemed July 1–Sept. 1

up online or at any Dakota County

June 5–July 13 Design a bookmark interpreting the theme “My Library is awesome because…” Pick up an entry form at any Dakota County Library location or download it from our website.

Design must be created on the entry form and be original work by the submitting artist. Entries accepted June 5–July 13 at any library location. Prizes awarded for first-, second- and third-place teens entering grades 6–12. The winning bookmark will be printed and distributed at all Dakota County libraries.

Wednesday, Aug. 7, 5–7:30 p.m.

Take a break from reading and enjoy water attractions and mini-golf at Cascade Bay Waterpark at this teens-only event. Get a free ticket when you sign up for Summer Discovery. If the Aug. 7 event is cancelled because of weather, passes will be honored any day throughout the rest of the season.

Library location except Heritage. www.dakotacounty.us/library, search summer discovery

Thank you to our sponsors: Dakota County Foundation, Dakota Electric, Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Twins, Sea Life Minnesota Dakota County Library Program Guide | Summer 2019

Bookmark contest

Teen Takeover

Discovery activities at the Library. Sign

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ENTERING GRADES 6–12

Cascade Bay Waterpark 1360 Civic Center Drive, Eagan

at Dakota County Library | June 5–Aug. 17, 2019

KIDS

TEENS

Become eligible to win great prizes throughout the summer just by signing up for Summer Discovery. Prize drawings include Minnesota State Fair tickets or tickets to a Minnesota Twins game at Target Field.

Sign up for Summer Discovery at any Dakota County Library location or online to get a free pass to the Cascade Bay Teen Takeover on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Choose from fun reading and learning activities to earn a free book and entries for a prize drawing.

BIRTH TO ENTERING 5TH GRADE

LET’S GO

PRE-READERS

Pick up a Summer Discovery Pre-reader Activity Log or register online to earn a free book as you read and do fun early literacy activities like singing songs, exploring the outdoors and reading books.

READERS

READER

Get young children on the road to reading readiness and help school age

kids NAME:

and teens develop an appreciation

for reading and learning with Summer

Pick up a Summer Discovery Reader Activity Log or register online to earn a free book as you have fun choosing activities that challenge you to read and learn.

Prizes may be redeemed July 1–Sept. 1

up online or at any Dakota County

June 5–July 13 Design a bookmark interpreting the theme “My Library is awesome because…” Pick up an entry form at any Dakota County Library location or download it from our website.

Design must be created on the entry form and be original work by the submitting artist. Entries accepted June 5–July 13 at any library location. Prizes awarded for first-, second- and third-place teens entering grades 6–12. The winning bookmark will be printed and distributed at all Dakota County libraries.

Wednesday, Aug. 7, 5–7:30 p.m.

Take a break from reading and enjoy water attractions and mini-golf at Cascade Bay Waterpark at this teens-only event. Get a free ticket when you sign up for Summer Discovery. If the Aug. 7 event is cancelled because of weather, passes will be honored any day throughout the rest of the season.

Library location except Heritage. www.dakotacounty.us/library, search summer discovery

Thank you to our sponsors: Dakota County Foundation, Dakota Electric, Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Twins, Sea Life Minnesota Dakota County Library Program Guide | Summer 2019

Bookmark contest

Teen Takeover

Discovery activities at the Library. Sign

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ENTERING GRADES 6–12

Cascade Bay Waterpark 1360 Civic Center Drive, Eagan

Contents

Summer highlights Experiences for all abilities

Remodels opening soon

Dakota County Library is making programs and services more welcoming to people of all ages and abilities. Join us this summer for American Sign Language Celebrations, American Sign Language classes, a sensory-friendly performance of Congolese music, and art classes for teens and adults made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Innovations Grant.

Dakota County Library is the first public library in the state to receive this notable grant.

When Pleasant Hill and Heritage libraries reopen this summer, patrons are in for a treat. The new designs include an iLab, a pre-literacy learning space, a quiet study area, family seating, meeting rooms and more. In the meantime, visit Pleasant Hill at Westview Mall in Hastings and Heritage (holds pick up and returns) at Lakeville City Hall.

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E-news

Get news, program information, book reviews and more delivered to your inbox. Sign up for the Library’s e-newsletters at www.dakotacounty.us/library, click the Sign up for E-News icon.

EVERYONE

Arts & crafts........................6

Science & animals............8

Magic, fun & games.........7

Tech tools & toys..............9

Music & dance....................7

School success..................9 More........................................9

Programs

Programs are subject to change without prior notice.

For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. See inside back cover for locations.

YOUTH & FAMILY

Raise a reader..................10

Science & animals.........20

Arts & crafts...................... 12

Tech tools & toys........... 23

Magic, fun & games....... 16

School success............... 23

Music & dance.................. 18

First job readiness........ 23

Theater................................ 19

More..................................... 23

Ways to register for a program: 1. Online:

www.dakotacounty.us/library, click Search Website, search Calendar of Events, select the program and complete the registration form.

iLAB

Innovation & inspiration......................... 24

2. By phone:

Call the location where the program is being held.

Contact

Renewal Line 651-450-2999 Library Administration 651-450-2925 www.dakotacounty.us/library

Book discussions ......... 26

ADULT

@DakotaLibrary

Authors & good books...................... 26 Minnesota's stories....... 27

Your health & wellness.............................. 29 Your legal rights.............30 More...................................... 31

Arts & crafts..................... 27

@dakotalib @dakotalibrary Programs designated “A Minnesota Legacy Program” are sponsored

by Minnesota’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

Landing the job.............. 32 Computers, apps & the internet ................. 32

Small business programs...........................34

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Contents

Summer highlights Experiences for all abilities

Remodels opening soon

Dakota County Library is making programs and services more welcoming to people of all ages and abilities. Join us this summer for American Sign Language Celebrations, American Sign Language classes, a sensory-friendly performance of Congolese music, and art classes for teens and adults made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Innovations Grant.

Dakota County Library is the first public library in the state to receive this notable grant.

When Pleasant Hill and Heritage libraries reopen this summer, patrons are in for a treat. The new designs include an iLab, a pre-literacy learning space, a quiet study area, family seating, meeting rooms and more. In the meantime, visit Pleasant Hill at Westview Mall in Hastings and Heritage (holds pick up and returns) at Lakeville City Hall.

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E-news

Get news, program information, book reviews and more delivered to your inbox. Sign up for the Library’s e-newsletters at www.dakotacounty.us/library, click the Sign up for E-News icon.

EVERYONE

Arts & crafts........................6

Science & animals............8

Magic, fun & games.........7

Tech tools & toys..............9

Music & dance....................7

School success..................9 More........................................9

Programs

Programs are subject to change without prior notice.

For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. See inside back cover for locations.

YOUTH & FAMILY

Raise a reader..................10

Science & animals.........20

Arts & crafts...................... 12

Tech tools & toys........... 23

Magic, fun & games....... 16

School success............... 23

Music & dance.................. 18

First job readiness........ 23

Theater................................ 19

More..................................... 23

Ways to register for a program: 1. Online:

www.dakotacounty.us/library, click Search Website, search Calendar of Events, select the program and complete the registration form.

iLAB

Innovation & inspiration......................... 24

2. By phone:

Call the location where the program is being held.

Contact

Renewal Line 651-450-2999 Library Administration 651-450-2925 www.dakotacounty.us/library

Book discussions ......... 26

ADULT

@DakotaLibrary

Authors & good books...................... 26 Minnesota's stories....... 27

Your health & wellness.............................. 29 Your legal rights.............30 More...................................... 31

Arts & crafts..................... 27

@dakotalib @dakotalibrary Programs designated “A Minnesota Legacy Program” are sponsored

by Minnesota’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

Landing the job.............. 32 Computers, apps & the internet ................. 32

Small business programs...........................34

www.dakotacounty.us/library

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

EVERYONE

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Printmaking for All Abilities**

The Library offers classes and events for the whole community, all for free.

Hear great music; watch magic, theater or comedy performances; create arts and craft projects and more. Programs are for families, friends, neighbors — everyone.

Arts and crafts Mobile Sign Shop*

Create your own customized, carved wooden sign, inspired by the cabin signs of northern Minnesota.

Presented by Ready Go artist Peter Haakon Thompson.

Farmington

Sat, June 15, 2:30–4:45 pm

South St. Paul

Sat, June 29, 10:30 am–1:30 pm

ALL

ABILITIES Self Portraits for All Abilities**

Learn to draw, paint and collage an image of yourself in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

Incorporate imagery to represent what you love, what you can do, and where you are from.

Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Katrina Knutson.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Burnhaven

Thu, June 20, 6–7:30 pm

Picture Wagon Photo Booth*

Visit the Ready Go Art Picture Wagon photo booth at the Burnsville Farmer’s Market or the Lakeville Pan-O-Prog Street Market. Make a picture record of your thoughts and ideas using photo props and a chalkboard.

Diamondhead Education Center

200 Burnsville Parkway Burnsville Sat, June 22, 9 am–noon

Lakeville Fine Arts Center

20965 Holyoke Ave. Lakeville Sat, July 13, noon–3 pm

ALL

ABILITIES Photography for All Abilities**

ALL ABILITIES

Learn about color, layers and negative and positive space with mono and block printing in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

Make works of art and multiples for cards with this hands-on graphic art. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Katrina Knutson.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Roe Family Singers

Hear selections featuring the banjo, guitar, fiddle, autoharp, jug, washboard and more from this good-time, old-time hillbilly band. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, June 10, 2–3 pm

Siama's Congo Music*

Learn about Congolese music and culture on a journey to Siama Matuzungidi's home in rural Democratic Republic of Congo, the dance halls of East Africa and beyond. Siama's guitar, thumb piano and singing will inspire you to dance, clap and sing along to catchy songs in Kikongo, Lingala and Swahili. Geared for adults and youth ages 4 and older.

Galaxie

Wescott

Burnhaven

Robert Trail

Galaxie

Wescott

Wed, June 26, 6–7:30 pm

Magic, fun and games Family Game Time

Invite the whole family for fun board games.

Bring your own games or play some of ours.

Farmington

Sat, June 29, 1–4 pm Sat, July 27, 1–4 pm Sat, Aug. 31, 1–4 pm Mon, July 15, 6:30–7:30 pm Wed, July 31, 9 am–7:30 pm

Learn the language

Music and dance

Learn to visually document your surroundings using cameras and basic photography techniques in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities. Bring your own smartphone or digital camera or use one of ours. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Mica Lee Anders.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Tue, July 23, 2:30–4:30 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Burnhaven

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:15 pm Tue, July 9, 2–2:45 pm Wed, July 24, 6:30–7:15 pm

ONLINE

Learn Spanish, French, Japanese and other languages with self-paced online learning systems • Mango Little Pim • Transparent Languages www.dakotacounty.us/library, search language & travel

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

EVERYONE

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Printmaking for All Abilities**

The Library offers classes and events for the whole community, all for free.

Hear great music; watch magic, theater or comedy performances; create arts and craft projects and more. Programs are for families, friends, neighbors — everyone.

Arts and crafts Mobile Sign Shop*

Create your own customized, carved wooden sign, inspired by the cabin signs of northern Minnesota.

Presented by Ready Go artist Peter Haakon Thompson.

Farmington

Sat, June 15, 2:30–4:45 pm

South St. Paul

Sat, June 29, 10:30 am–1:30 pm

ALL

ABILITIES Self Portraits for All Abilities**

Learn to draw, paint and collage an image of yourself in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

Incorporate imagery to represent what you love, what you can do, and where you are from.

Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Katrina Knutson.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Burnhaven

Thu, June 20, 6–7:30 pm

Picture Wagon Photo Booth*

Visit the Ready Go Art Picture Wagon photo booth at the Burnsville Farmer’s Market or the Lakeville Pan-O-Prog Street Market. Make a picture record of your thoughts and ideas using photo props and a chalkboard.

Diamondhead Education Center

200 Burnsville Parkway Burnsville Sat, June 22, 9 am–noon

Lakeville Fine Arts Center

20965 Holyoke Ave. Lakeville Sat, July 13, noon–3 pm

ALL

ABILITIES Photography for All Abilities**

ALL ABILITIES

Learn about color, layers and negative and positive space with mono and block printing in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

Make works of art and multiples for cards with this hands-on graphic art. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Katrina Knutson.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Roe Family Singers

Hear selections featuring the banjo, guitar, fiddle, autoharp, jug, washboard and more from this good-time, old-time hillbilly band. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, June 10, 2–3 pm

Siama's Congo Music*

Learn about Congolese music and culture on a journey to Siama Matuzungidi's home in rural Democratic Republic of Congo, the dance halls of East Africa and beyond. Siama's guitar, thumb piano and singing will inspire you to dance, clap and sing along to catchy songs in Kikongo, Lingala and Swahili. Geared for adults and youth ages 4 and older.

Galaxie

Wescott

Burnhaven

Robert Trail

Galaxie

Wescott

Wed, June 26, 6–7:30 pm

Magic, fun and games Family Game Time

Invite the whole family for fun board games.

Bring your own games or play some of ours.

Farmington

Sat, June 29, 1–4 pm Sat, July 27, 1–4 pm Sat, Aug. 31, 1–4 pm Mon, July 15, 6:30–7:30 pm Wed, July 31, 9 am–7:30 pm

Learn the language

Music and dance

Learn to visually document your surroundings using cameras and basic photography techniques in an environment that welcomes people of all abilities, including those with disabilities. Bring your own smartphone or digital camera or use one of ours. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Mica Lee Anders.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Tue, July 23, 2:30–4:30 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Burnhaven

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:15 pm Tue, July 9, 2–2:45 pm Wed, July 24, 6:30–7:15 pm

ONLINE

Learn Spanish, French, Japanese and other languages with self-paced online learning systems • Mango Little Pim • Transparent Languages www.dakotacounty.us/library, search language & travel

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To register for a program:

EVERYONE

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Tech tools and toys Meet the Robots

Celebrate the start of summer reading with an open house demonstration by the Farmington High School Robotics Team. A Farmington Dew Days event.

Farmington

Sat, June 15, 10:30 am–noon

School success Drum Circle for All Abilities**

ALL ABILITIES

Share in a traditional drum circle experience by playing basic tones on the drum in a setting that welcomes people of all abilities. Express yourself, play along and support others in various rhythm games. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Mike Aturi.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Lorraine Park

756 3rd Ave S, South St. Paul Mon, July 1, 6:30–8 pm

ALL ABILITIES

SensoryFriendly Congo Music

Enjoy the music and culture of East Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Listen to singing, guitar, thumb piano and more in a program that welcomes people of all abilities including those who have difficulty in large groups, are on the autism spectrum or are sensitive to sensory overload.

Noise-reducing headphones and other sensory supports available. Presented

by COMPAS Teaching Artists Siama Matuzungidi and Dallas Johnson.

Registration required.

Wentworth

Fri, July 12, 9:30–10:15 am

Farmington

Wed, Aug. 7, 2–2:45 pm

Science and animals Dodge Nature Center Join a Dodge Nature Center naturalist to explore and get handson experience with a different nature topic or animal each month.

Wentworth FROGS AND TOADS Tue, June 25, 10–11 am

LOOK WHAT I ALMOST STEPPED IN! Tue, July 23, 10–11 am

TURTLES

Tue, Aug. 13, 10–11 am

ALL ABILITIES

SensoryFriendly Zoo Animals** Learn about the lives of frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and a small alligator in an open house setting welcoming to people of all abilities.

Get up-close to pet some of these unique creatures. Presented by Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo. Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 4 and older.

FAFSA Completion Workshop

Complete the online FAFSA form with help from a financial aid professional or just come to have your questions about paying for college answered. Presented by Dakota County Technical College. Geared for students and parents.

Wescott

Wed, July 17, 6–7:30 pm

More Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest

Think your cookies have what it takes to win? Enter your best chocolate chip cookies and see. Pick up a registration form at the library. A Farmington Dew Days event.

Farmington

Thu, June 13, 2–3 pm ALL

American Sign ABILITIES Language Celebration** Explore Deaf culture and learn American Sign Language (ASL) through stories, games and crafts.

Stories will be read in ASL by Matt Meinhardt from Metro Deaf School and voice narration and interpretation provided

by American Sign Language Interpreting Services. Resources from Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf and MN Resource Libraries will be available.

Robert Trail

Sat, June 29, 10:30 am–noon

Wescott

Wentworth

Sat, July 27, 10:30 am–noon

Robert Trail

Wed, Aug. 7, 6:30–7:45 pm

Wed, July 17, 9:30–10:30 am Wed, July 24, 2–3 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Burnhaven

Friends Ice Cream Social

Celebrate the start of a new school year with a fun root beer float sponsored by the Friends of the Farmington Library.

Farmington

Wed, Aug. 21, 6–7:30 pm

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To register for a program:

EVERYONE

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Tech tools and toys Meet the Robots

Celebrate the start of summer reading with an open house demonstration by the Farmington High School Robotics Team. A Farmington Dew Days event.

Farmington

Sat, June 15, 10:30 am–noon

School success Drum Circle for All Abilities**

ALL ABILITIES

Share in a traditional drum circle experience by playing basic tones on the drum in a setting that welcomes people of all abilities. Express yourself, play along and support others in various rhythm games. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Mike Aturi.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Lorraine Park

756 3rd Ave S, South St. Paul Mon, July 1, 6:30–8 pm

ALL ABILITIES

SensoryFriendly Congo Music

Enjoy the music and culture of East Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Listen to singing, guitar, thumb piano and more in a program that welcomes people of all abilities including those who have difficulty in large groups, are on the autism spectrum or are sensitive to sensory overload.

Noise-reducing headphones and other sensory supports available. Presented

by COMPAS Teaching Artists Siama Matuzungidi and Dallas Johnson.

Registration required.

Wentworth

Fri, July 12, 9:30–10:15 am

Farmington

Wed, Aug. 7, 2–2:45 pm

Science and animals Dodge Nature Center Join a Dodge Nature Center naturalist to explore and get handson experience with a different nature topic or animal each month.

Wentworth FROGS AND TOADS Tue, June 25, 10–11 am

LOOK WHAT I ALMOST STEPPED IN! Tue, July 23, 10–11 am

TURTLES

Tue, Aug. 13, 10–11 am

ALL ABILITIES

SensoryFriendly Zoo Animals** Learn about the lives of frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and a small alligator in an open house setting welcoming to people of all abilities.

Get up-close to pet some of these unique creatures. Presented by Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo. Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 4 and older.

FAFSA Completion Workshop

Complete the online FAFSA form with help from a financial aid professional or just come to have your questions about paying for college answered. Presented by Dakota County Technical College. Geared for students and parents.

Wescott

Wed, July 17, 6–7:30 pm

More Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest

Think your cookies have what it takes to win? Enter your best chocolate chip cookies and see. Pick up a registration form at the library. A Farmington Dew Days event.

Farmington

Thu, June 13, 2–3 pm ALL

American Sign ABILITIES Language Celebration** Explore Deaf culture and learn American Sign Language (ASL) through stories, games and crafts.

Stories will be read in ASL by Matt Meinhardt from Metro Deaf School and voice narration and interpretation provided

by American Sign Language Interpreting Services. Resources from Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf and MN Resource Libraries will be available.

Robert Trail

Sat, June 29, 10:30 am–noon

Wescott

Wentworth

Sat, July 27, 10:30 am–noon

Robert Trail

Wed, Aug. 7, 6:30–7:45 pm

Wed, July 17, 9:30–10:30 am Wed, July 24, 2–3 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Burnhaven

Friends Ice Cream Social

Celebrate the start of a new school year with a fun root beer float sponsored by the Friends of the Farmington Library.

Farmington

Wed, Aug. 21, 6–7:30 pm

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

YOUTH & FAMILY

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Library Picnic in the Park

Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery and some stories. Ages: 0–10.

From dance parties to magic shows,

Heritage

Thu, June 13, noon–12:45 pm Casperson Park Shelter C 19720 Juno Trail, Lakeville

painting to technology, there’s something for kids, teens and families at the Library.

Oh, the Places We'll Explore*

Join us for one of our many music, games, arts and crafts, science or writing programs — all for free.

Raise a reader Storytime for Babies

Galaxie

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for toddlers and preschoolers. Siblings welcome. Ages: 2–6.

Robert Trail

Fridays, 10:30–11:15 am June 7–28, July 12–26, Aug. 2–30

Wescott

Wednesdays, 9:30–10:15 am June 12–26; July 3, 10, 24 & 31; Aug. 7 & 14

Stories, songs, bounces and playtime make this storytime perfect for children newborn to 24 months and their caregivers. Ages: 0–2.

Mondays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 3–24, July 1–29 Wednesdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 5–26, July 3–31, Aug. 7 & 14 Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 6–27, July 11–25, Aug. 1–29

Summer Discovery Kick-off Party

Storytimes Storytime for 2s–6s

Wescott

Wentworth

Robert Trail

Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 13–27, July 11–25, Aug. 8–29

Burnhaven

Tuesdays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 11–25, July 2–30, Aug. 6 & 13

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Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Evening Storytime for 2s–6s

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for kids and families.

Siblings welcome.

Ages: 2–6.

Wescott

Tuesdays, 6:30–7:15 pm June 4, 11 & 25; July 2–30; Aug. 6–27

Burnhaven

Mondays, 6:30–7 pm June 24, July 29

Storytime in the Park

Join us for stories, games and crafts in the park.

Presented in part by each city’s parks and recreation department.

Ages: 0–10.

Pleasant Hill

Wed, June 19, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, July 17, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, July 31, 6–7:15 pm Wed, Aug. 21, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, Aug. 28, 6–7:15 pm Levee Park 20 Ramsey St., Hastings

Farmington

Wed, June 19, 10:30–11:30 am Lake Julia Park 5105 187th St. W., Farmington Wed, July 17, 10:30–11:30 am Farmington Park Preserve 19975 Embers Ave. Farmington Wed, Aug. 14, 10:30–11:30 am Meadow View Park 5550 197th St. W., Farmington

Inver Glen

Tue, June 25, 10:30–11:15 am Tue, July 9, 10:30–11:15 am Tue, Aug. 6, 10:30–11:15 am South Valley Park 2810 70th St. Inver Grove Heights

Heritage

Thu, June 27, 10:30–11:15 pm Antlers Park Shelter C 9740 201st St. W. Lakeville Thu, July 18, 10:30–11:15 am East Community Park 16700 Pilot Knob Road Lakeville Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am Rolling Oaks Park 10595 167th St. W. Lakeville

Explore the world, the universe and all the places your imagination takes you with stories that can transport you anywhere around the world. Presented by the Story Man from England.

Ages: 2–8.

Celebrate the start of summer reading with ice cream and activities.

Bring your reading list and find great books to read this summer. Ages: 0–15. Sponsored in part by the Friends group at each library.

Farmington

Robert Trail

Enjoy stories, songs and crafts that celebrate LGBTQ+ families, diversity and the inclusion of everyone.

Siblings welcome.

Ages: 2–8.

Thu, June 6, 3–5 pm

Wentworth

Sat, June 8, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Sat, June 8, 1:30–3 pm

Inver Glen

Mon, June 10, 12:30–1:45 pm

Books and Beyond: Discover an Author

Have fun with stories, activities and crafts related to book authors with ISD 192 ECFE. Ages: 0–6.

Fri, June 14, 9:30–10:15 am Fri, June 14, 11–11:45 am

Wescott

Tue, June 18, 6:30–7:15 pm

Galaxie

Fri, July 12, 10:30–11:15 am

Pride Family Storytime

Storywalk in the Park

Invite your family and friends to take a walk in the great outdoors and read from picture book pages displayed in the park.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 19, 9:30–11:30 am Wed, July 24, 9:30–11:30 am Nicollet Commons Park 12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville

Heritage

Tue, July 23, 9:30–11:30 am Ritter Farm Park 19300 Ritter Trail, Lakeville Tue, Aug. 13, 9:30–11:30 am Valley Lake Park 16050 Garrett Path, Lakeville

Books 'n' Bagels

Read books that take you to unusual places around the world and meet up for bagels and conversation about the current selection.

Register at Galaxie Library three weeks in advance of each meeting and pick-up your copy.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Wed, June 19, 3–4 pm Wed, July 3, 3–4 pm Wed, July 17, 3–4 pm

Wentworth

Tue, June 18, 9:30–10:15 am Sat, June 22, 2–2:45 pm

Wescott

Thu, June 20, 6:30–7:15 pm

Farmington

Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 6–27

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

YOUTH & FAMILY

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Library Picnic in the Park

Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery and some stories. Ages: 0–10.

From dance parties to magic shows,

Heritage

Thu, June 13, noon–12:45 pm Casperson Park Shelter C 19720 Juno Trail, Lakeville

painting to technology, there’s something for kids, teens and families at the Library.

Oh, the Places We'll Explore*

Join us for one of our many music, games, arts and crafts, science or writing programs — all for free.

Raise a reader Storytime for Babies

Galaxie

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for toddlers and preschoolers. Siblings welcome. Ages: 2–6.

Robert Trail

Fridays, 10:30–11:15 am June 7–28, July 12–26, Aug. 2–30

Wescott

Wednesdays, 9:30–10:15 am June 12–26; July 3, 10, 24 & 31; Aug. 7 & 14

Stories, songs, bounces and playtime make this storytime perfect for children newborn to 24 months and their caregivers. Ages: 0–2.

Mondays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 3–24, July 1–29 Wednesdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 5–26, July 3–31, Aug. 7 & 14 Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 6–27, July 11–25, Aug. 1–29

Summer Discovery Kick-off Party

Storytimes Storytime for 2s–6s

Wescott

Wentworth

Robert Trail

Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 13–27, July 11–25, Aug. 8–29

Burnhaven

Tuesdays, 9:30–10:15 am & 10:30–11:15 am June 11–25, July 2–30, Aug. 6 & 13

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Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Evening Storytime for 2s–6s

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for kids and families.

Siblings welcome.

Ages: 2–6.

Wescott

Tuesdays, 6:30–7:15 pm June 4, 11 & 25; July 2–30; Aug. 6–27

Burnhaven

Mondays, 6:30–7 pm June 24, July 29

Storytime in the Park

Join us for stories, games and crafts in the park.

Presented in part by each city’s parks and recreation department.

Ages: 0–10.

Pleasant Hill

Wed, June 19, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, July 17, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, July 31, 6–7:15 pm Wed, Aug. 21, 10:30–11:15 am Wed, Aug. 28, 6–7:15 pm Levee Park 20 Ramsey St., Hastings

Farmington

Wed, June 19, 10:30–11:30 am Lake Julia Park 5105 187th St. W., Farmington Wed, July 17, 10:30–11:30 am Farmington Park Preserve 19975 Embers Ave. Farmington Wed, Aug. 14, 10:30–11:30 am Meadow View Park 5550 197th St. W., Farmington

Inver Glen

Tue, June 25, 10:30–11:15 am Tue, July 9, 10:30–11:15 am Tue, Aug. 6, 10:30–11:15 am South Valley Park 2810 70th St. Inver Grove Heights

Heritage

Thu, June 27, 10:30–11:15 pm Antlers Park Shelter C 9740 201st St. W. Lakeville Thu, July 18, 10:30–11:15 am East Community Park 16700 Pilot Knob Road Lakeville Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am Rolling Oaks Park 10595 167th St. W. Lakeville

Explore the world, the universe and all the places your imagination takes you with stories that can transport you anywhere around the world. Presented by the Story Man from England.

Ages: 2–8.

Celebrate the start of summer reading with ice cream and activities.

Bring your reading list and find great books to read this summer. Ages: 0–15. Sponsored in part by the Friends group at each library.

Farmington

Robert Trail

Enjoy stories, songs and crafts that celebrate LGBTQ+ families, diversity and the inclusion of everyone.

Siblings welcome.

Ages: 2–8.

Thu, June 6, 3–5 pm

Wentworth

Sat, June 8, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Sat, June 8, 1:30–3 pm

Inver Glen

Mon, June 10, 12:30–1:45 pm

Books and Beyond: Discover an Author

Have fun with stories, activities and crafts related to book authors with ISD 192 ECFE. Ages: 0–6.

Fri, June 14, 9:30–10:15 am Fri, June 14, 11–11:45 am

Wescott

Tue, June 18, 6:30–7:15 pm

Galaxie

Fri, July 12, 10:30–11:15 am

Pride Family Storytime

Storywalk in the Park

Invite your family and friends to take a walk in the great outdoors and read from picture book pages displayed in the park.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 19, 9:30–11:30 am Wed, July 24, 9:30–11:30 am Nicollet Commons Park 12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville

Heritage

Tue, July 23, 9:30–11:30 am Ritter Farm Park 19300 Ritter Trail, Lakeville Tue, Aug. 13, 9:30–11:30 am Valley Lake Park 16050 Garrett Path, Lakeville

Books 'n' Bagels

Read books that take you to unusual places around the world and meet up for bagels and conversation about the current selection.

Register at Galaxie Library three weeks in advance of each meeting and pick-up your copy.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Wed, June 19, 3–4 pm Wed, July 3, 3–4 pm Wed, July 17, 3–4 pm

Wentworth

Tue, June 18, 9:30–10:15 am Sat, June 22, 2–2:45 pm

Wescott

Thu, June 20, 6:30–7:15 pm

Farmington

Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 6–27

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Art from the Land Down Under*

Travel to Australia to learn about kangaroos and other animals, and Aboriginal art. Use paint, canvas board and other materials to create art using Aboriginal techniques. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 9:30–10:30 am

South St. Paul

Thu, July 11, 10:30–11:30 am

Botanical Watercolor: Leaves and Plants*

ALL

ABILITIES SensoryFriendly Saturdays

Explore books, music, movement and play in a sensory-friendly setting that welcomes children ages 3–8 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 family. An adult must accompany each registered child.

Siblings welcome.

Wescott

Library Adventures

Solve puzzles and answer trivia questions about books and authors inspired by Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

by Chris Grabenstein.

Collect clues on a scavenger hunt through the library to help you decode a secret message, complete your adventure and earn a reward.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Robert Trail

Mon, July 8, 2–3 pm

Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 29, July 20, Aug. 10

Wentworth

Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am July 6, Aug. 17

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Color My World*

Discover your inner artist in this story-based celebration of painting and color. Presented by the Story Man from England. Ages: 2–8.

Robert Trail

Thu, July 11, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am

Arts and crafts Native American Beadwork*

Join artist Julie Kastigar Boada of the Fond du Lac nation as she introduces the art of beading. Learn how patterns and colors can reflect tribal and family affiliations and create your own beaded pouch.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

South St. Paul

Mon, June 10, 2–4 pm

Learn how to use subtle washes, lifting paint and dry detail techniques to paint realistic-looking plants and leaves. Create beautiful botanicallyinspired watercolor paintings to take home.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, June 12, 2–4 pm

Japanese Zen Garden*

Learn about the art of Zen gardening with artist Jeanette Dickinson and build your own using a variety of miniature objects including stones, sand and small model greenery. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Craft Fair

Sign your kids up to sell their handicrafts at the library. All items must be priced at $2 or less.

Sellers must register in advance. Space is limited. Event is weather dependent at some locations. Ages: 4–16.

Farmington

Fri, June 14, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Tue, July 30, 11 am–1 pm

Robert Trail

Fri, Aug. 2, 11 am–1 pm

Wescott

Wed, Aug. 7, 11 am–1 pm

Exploring Map Art*

Turn a discarded map into a work of art. Focus on lines and shapes — like a highway, river or other boundary — and use glue, oil pastel and Mylar to create an abstract piece of art.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Make & Take: Manga Drawing

Explore Japanese manga-style drawing with markers and colored pencils. Try copying your favorite character or create your own.

Ages: 10–16.

Burnhaven

Tue, June 18, 1–2 pm

Art Installation*

Parrots of South America*

Learn about parrots including where they live and how to draw them.

Finish your project with chalk pastels. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–14.

South St. Paul

Thu, June 20, 10:30–11:30 am

Wacky Clay Birds*

Examine works by Liz Miller and other contemporary installation artists and use their methods as inspiration to temporarily transform part of the library into an installation art piece using paper, fabric, double-stick tape and other materials.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–18.

Explore your imagination as you create a wacky bird using paper rolls, clay and bits of construction paper. Learn new ways to use clay, mix colors, shape wings and add markings to your project. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 3–12.

Farmington

Fri, June 21, 10:30–11:30 am

Tue, June 18, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Robert Trail

Fri, June 14, 2–4 pm

Make & Take: Maps

Explore your community with maps, design a map for a real or imaginary place, and create new things using old maps and our art supplies.

Ages: 4–10.

Robert Trail

Mon, June 17, 2–3 pm

South St. Paul

Wed, June 12, 3–5 pm

Inver Glen

Wed, June 19, 1–2:30 pm

Wentworth

Tue, Aug. 6, 9:30–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Art from the Land Down Under*

Travel to Australia to learn about kangaroos and other animals, and Aboriginal art. Use paint, canvas board and other materials to create art using Aboriginal techniques. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 9:30–10:30 am

South St. Paul

Thu, July 11, 10:30–11:30 am

Botanical Watercolor: Leaves and Plants*

ALL

ABILITIES SensoryFriendly Saturdays

Explore books, music, movement and play in a sensory-friendly setting that welcomes children ages 3–8 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 family. An adult must accompany each registered child.

Siblings welcome.

Wescott

Library Adventures

Solve puzzles and answer trivia questions about books and authors inspired by Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

by Chris Grabenstein.

Collect clues on a scavenger hunt through the library to help you decode a secret message, complete your adventure and earn a reward.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Robert Trail

Mon, July 8, 2–3 pm

Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am June 29, July 20, Aug. 10

Wentworth

Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am July 6, Aug. 17

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Color My World*

Discover your inner artist in this story-based celebration of painting and color. Presented by the Story Man from England. Ages: 2–8.

Robert Trail

Thu, July 11, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am

Arts and crafts Native American Beadwork*

Join artist Julie Kastigar Boada of the Fond du Lac nation as she introduces the art of beading. Learn how patterns and colors can reflect tribal and family affiliations and create your own beaded pouch.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

South St. Paul

Mon, June 10, 2–4 pm

Learn how to use subtle washes, lifting paint and dry detail techniques to paint realistic-looking plants and leaves. Create beautiful botanicallyinspired watercolor paintings to take home.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, June 12, 2–4 pm

Japanese Zen Garden*

Learn about the art of Zen gardening with artist Jeanette Dickinson and build your own using a variety of miniature objects including stones, sand and small model greenery. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Craft Fair

Sign your kids up to sell their handicrafts at the library. All items must be priced at $2 or less.

Sellers must register in advance. Space is limited. Event is weather dependent at some locations. Ages: 4–16.

Farmington

Fri, June 14, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Tue, July 30, 11 am–1 pm

Robert Trail

Fri, Aug. 2, 11 am–1 pm

Wescott

Wed, Aug. 7, 11 am–1 pm

Exploring Map Art*

Turn a discarded map into a work of art. Focus on lines and shapes — like a highway, river or other boundary — and use glue, oil pastel and Mylar to create an abstract piece of art.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Make & Take: Manga Drawing

Explore Japanese manga-style drawing with markers and colored pencils. Try copying your favorite character or create your own.

Ages: 10–16.

Burnhaven

Tue, June 18, 1–2 pm

Art Installation*

Parrots of South America*

Learn about parrots including where they live and how to draw them.

Finish your project with chalk pastels. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–14.

South St. Paul

Thu, June 20, 10:30–11:30 am

Wacky Clay Birds*

Examine works by Liz Miller and other contemporary installation artists and use their methods as inspiration to temporarily transform part of the library into an installation art piece using paper, fabric, double-stick tape and other materials.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–18.

Explore your imagination as you create a wacky bird using paper rolls, clay and bits of construction paper. Learn new ways to use clay, mix colors, shape wings and add markings to your project. Presented

by Abrakadoodle.

Registration required.

Ages: 3–12.

Farmington

Fri, June 21, 10:30–11:30 am

Tue, June 18, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Robert Trail

Fri, June 14, 2–4 pm

Make & Take: Maps

Explore your community with maps, design a map for a real or imaginary place, and create new things using old maps and our art supplies.

Ages: 4–10.

Robert Trail

Mon, June 17, 2–3 pm

South St. Paul

Wed, June 12, 3–5 pm

Inver Glen

Wed, June 19, 1–2:30 pm

Wentworth

Tue, Aug. 6, 9:30–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Make & Take: Road Trip

Create a game to play in the car and make and pack a “suitcase” with travel crafts for your next road trip. Ages: 4–10.

Robert Trail

Mon, July 15, 2–3 pm

Art in the Atrium

Polymer Clay Mini-makers*

Discover a world of miniatures as you create tiny versions of everyday objects using polymer clay. From itty bitty foods to tiny adorable animals, make a little world to enjoy. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–16.

Galaxie

Sat, June 22, 2:30–4:30 pm

Comic Arts*

Use various comic formats to put your imaginative worlds on paper. Learn about the graphic language of line, shape, form and movement and develop your own heroes, villains, sidekicks and backgrounds. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–11.

Make & Take: Family Fairy Garden

Work together as a family to create a fun, potted fairy garden to take home. One garden per family. Presented by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Registration required for each family. Geared for youth ages 5 and older with their caregivers.

Adventures with Flat Stanley*

Wed, June 26, 1–3 pm

Use Flat Stanley and his world travels as inspiration to make your own Model Magic Flat Stanley stick puppet.

Create an accordion book with landscape scenes from around the globe for your Flat Stanley to visit.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–8.

Kaleidoscope*

Mon, July 8, 9:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Create a world of color and design that has never been seen before using simple tubes to build a kaleidoscope.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 2, 1–2:30 pm

Robert Trail

Tue, June 25, 2–3:30 pm

Wentworth

Sunset Shaving Cream Paintings*

Learn a mix of printmaking and painting techniques to create a gorgeous summer sunset scene using watercolors, shaving cream and India ink. Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–15.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 9, 1–2:30 pm

Light Painting

Drop in any time to create stunning longexposure images in the dark using only a handheld light and a digital camera.

Ages: 12–17.

Wescott

Wed, July 10, 6:30–7:30 pm

Learn to Knit

Learn to cast on and complete your first knitting project. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Galaxie

Thu, July 11, 3–5 pm

Crafts From Around the World

Make your own crafts from countries around the world. Get your passport stamped as you visit each station.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

ALL ABILITIES

Drop in anytime to use our colorful markers, paper, ribbon and other materials to create amazing works of art.

Ages: 4–16.

Galaxie

Tue, July 16, 1–3 pm

Mini Felt Friend

Design and sew a mini felt friend that will fit in your pocket. Registration required. Ages: 10–16.

Wescott

Tue, July 16, 2–3:30 pm

Plarn*

Bring a variety of your own plastic bags and turn them into plarn — plastic yarn. Weave a set of placemats that are colorful and functional.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 13–17.

Hot Air Balloon Sculpture*

Use paper lanterns, string, tissue paper and paint to create a custom miniature hot air balloon complete with basket.

Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Inver Glen

Wed, July 17, 1–2:30 pm

Art Posters*

Use a variety of materials and techniques to create vintage-looking handmade posters of your favorite band, book or movie. Draw, paint, print or collage — the choice is yours.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, July 17, 2–4 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Graphic Novels and Sequential Art*

Create your own illustrated graphic novel from a blank book using traditional comic art format or experimental design. Learn drawing and painting techniques and use fables as story inspiration. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Sat, July 20, 2:30–4:30 pm

Skyline Foam Prints*

Design your own skyline with inspiration from famous cities around the world. Create your drawing on a foam sheet and use printmaking techniques to transfer your skyline to paper.

Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–17.

Space Engineers*

Join an artist from ArtStart to transform tubes, cones, plastic containers and more into your vision of a space vehicle designed to transport 25 people to the Andromeda Galaxy, 2.5 million light-years away.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Inver Glen

Wed, July 24, 1–2:30 pm

Chinese Brush Painting*

Learn to paint Chinese characters, animals, and natural subjects and scenes on rice paper using bamboo brushes and ink. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–15.

South St. Paul

Thu, July 25, 6–8 pm

South St. Paul

Wed, July 24, 1–2:30 pm

South St. Paul

Tue, July 16, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Fri, July 12, 10–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Make & Take: Road Trip

Create a game to play in the car and make and pack a “suitcase” with travel crafts for your next road trip. Ages: 4–10.

Robert Trail

Mon, July 15, 2–3 pm

Art in the Atrium

Polymer Clay Mini-makers*

Discover a world of miniatures as you create tiny versions of everyday objects using polymer clay. From itty bitty foods to tiny adorable animals, make a little world to enjoy. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–16.

Galaxie

Sat, June 22, 2:30–4:30 pm

Comic Arts*

Use various comic formats to put your imaginative worlds on paper. Learn about the graphic language of line, shape, form and movement and develop your own heroes, villains, sidekicks and backgrounds. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–11.

Make & Take: Family Fairy Garden

Work together as a family to create a fun, potted fairy garden to take home. One garden per family. Presented by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Registration required for each family. Geared for youth ages 5 and older with their caregivers.

Adventures with Flat Stanley*

Wed, June 26, 1–3 pm

Use Flat Stanley and his world travels as inspiration to make your own Model Magic Flat Stanley stick puppet.

Create an accordion book with landscape scenes from around the globe for your Flat Stanley to visit.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–8.

Kaleidoscope*

Mon, July 8, 9:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Create a world of color and design that has never been seen before using simple tubes to build a kaleidoscope.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 2, 1–2:30 pm

Robert Trail

Tue, June 25, 2–3:30 pm

Wentworth

Sunset Shaving Cream Paintings*

Learn a mix of printmaking and painting techniques to create a gorgeous summer sunset scene using watercolors, shaving cream and India ink. Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–15.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 9, 1–2:30 pm

Light Painting

Drop in any time to create stunning longexposure images in the dark using only a handheld light and a digital camera.

Ages: 12–17.

Wescott

Wed, July 10, 6:30–7:30 pm

Learn to Knit

Learn to cast on and complete your first knitting project. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Galaxie

Thu, July 11, 3–5 pm

Crafts From Around the World

Make your own crafts from countries around the world. Get your passport stamped as you visit each station.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

ALL ABILITIES

Drop in anytime to use our colorful markers, paper, ribbon and other materials to create amazing works of art.

Ages: 4–16.

Galaxie

Tue, July 16, 1–3 pm

Mini Felt Friend

Design and sew a mini felt friend that will fit in your pocket. Registration required. Ages: 10–16.

Wescott

Tue, July 16, 2–3:30 pm

Plarn*

Bring a variety of your own plastic bags and turn them into plarn — plastic yarn. Weave a set of placemats that are colorful and functional.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 13–17.

Hot Air Balloon Sculpture*

Use paper lanterns, string, tissue paper and paint to create a custom miniature hot air balloon complete with basket.

Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Inver Glen

Wed, July 17, 1–2:30 pm

Art Posters*

Use a variety of materials and techniques to create vintage-looking handmade posters of your favorite band, book or movie. Draw, paint, print or collage — the choice is yours.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, July 17, 2–4 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Graphic Novels and Sequential Art*

Create your own illustrated graphic novel from a blank book using traditional comic art format or experimental design. Learn drawing and painting techniques and use fables as story inspiration. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Sat, July 20, 2:30–4:30 pm

Skyline Foam Prints*

Design your own skyline with inspiration from famous cities around the world. Create your drawing on a foam sheet and use printmaking techniques to transfer your skyline to paper.

Presented by the Art Room.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–17.

Space Engineers*

Join an artist from ArtStart to transform tubes, cones, plastic containers and more into your vision of a space vehicle designed to transport 25 people to the Andromeda Galaxy, 2.5 million light-years away.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Inver Glen

Wed, July 24, 1–2:30 pm

Chinese Brush Painting*

Learn to paint Chinese characters, animals, and natural subjects and scenes on rice paper using bamboo brushes and ink. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–15.

South St. Paul

Thu, July 25, 6–8 pm

South St. Paul

Wed, July 24, 1–2:30 pm

South St. Paul

Tue, July 16, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Fri, July 12, 10–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Make & Take: Duct Tape Crafts

It’s amazing what you can create with duct tape — from wallets to smartphone cases.

Explore the world of duct tape art. Ages: 10–16.

Galaxie

Fri, Aug. 2, 10:30 am–noon

Folk Art and Traditions of India*

Create a drawing or painting using traditional Indian designs and take a whirlwind tour of India with artist Shakun Maheshwari. Explore the customs and traditions of Indian culture, look at clothing, and learn words and phrases in Hindi.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–15.

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 7, 2:30–4:30 pm

Paper Mosaics*

Make beautiful mosaic designs by cutting and tearing brightlycolored craft paper and arranging the pieces on tag board. Discover the interesting designs, patterns and pictures that form when you glue the pieces in place and add decoration.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, Aug. 14, 2–4 pm

Big Truck Day

Magic, fun and games

Climb inside, touch and explore trucks and other vehicles from Dakota County’s large fleet of equipment. Ages: 2–12.

Magic: the Gathering Booster Draft

Wentworth

Draft cards and play two rounds of Swiss draw.

Prizes will be awarded based on standings.

Cards and snacks provided.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Mon, June 24, 9:30–11 am

Burnhaven

Wed, June 26, 9:30–11 am

Get your kids' imaginations working by exploring the many things they can create with Legos and Duplos.

Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Mon, June 10, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, July 8, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, Aug. 12, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Tue, June 18, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Fri, June 21, 10–11:30 am Tue, July 23, 10–11:30 am Fri, Aug. 9, 10–11:30 am

Jason Huneke's Juggling Show

Featured on “America’s Got Talent” and nationally known for his Michael Jackson dance routine, Jason Huneke performs a comedy and juggling act that includes a 6-foot unicycle, a Chinese diabolo, a top hat and juggling knives.

Ages: 2–12.

South St. Paul

Wescott

Wednesday Fun for Kids

Farmington

Fri, July 26, 9:30–11 am

Giant Games

Legos & Duplos at the Library

Messy Play

Explore all sorts of messy things outside you might not otherwise get into.

Wear clothes that can get messy. Ages: 3–6.

Wescott

Tue, June 11, 10:30–11:30 am

Video Game Tournament

Challenge your friends and family to an epic video game tournament.

Snacks and tabletop games also available.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 2:30–4 pm Tue, July 9, 2:30–4 pm Tue, Aug. 13, 2:30–4 pm

Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Tournament

Learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! and play in a tournament with other fans. Limited numbers of starter decks available for new players.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–16.

Farmington

Wed, June 12, 2–4 pm

Bike Rodeo

Bring your bike and helmet to learn about bike safety and have fun on a bike obstacle course. Presented by the West St. Paul Police and Children's Hospital.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Wentworth

Sat, June 15, 10 am–noon Rain date: Sat, June 29

Farmington

Inver Glen

Tue, July 16, 10:30 am–noon

Sat, June 8, 2:30–5 pm Sat, Aug. 10, 2:30–5 pm

Join our dungeon master for heroic Dungeons & Dragons gameplay through a world filled with magic and monsters.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Tue & Wed, June 25 & 26, 1–4 pm

Thu, June 27, 10:30 am–noon

Robert Trail

Dungeons & Dragons

Drop in anytime to play big versions of your favorite games including checkers, dice, dominoes, puzzles, playing cards and tic-tac-toe.

Ages: 8–16.

Galaxie

Tue, June 25, 1–3 pm

Explore, play and create with a variety of crafts, games and technology activities every week.

Ages: 5–12.

Wescott

Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm June 26, July 3–31

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Obstacle Course

Drop in anytime for a full-body movement experience navigating tunnels and hoops, hopping down a path and zigzagging through cones. Ages: 2–6.

Chess and Board Games

Bring your friends to play chess and other board games at the library.

Use our board games or bring your own.

Ages: 10–16.

Burnhaven

Burnhaven

Brodini Comedy Magic Show

Marble Run Fun

Mon, July 1, 6:30–7:30 pm

Magician Brodini makes you laugh as he amazes you with his magic skills.

Ages: 2–12.

Galaxie

Tue, July 2, 10:30–11:15 am

Around the World Scavenger Hunt

Drop in to complete a fun Libraries Are for Everyone Scavenger Hunt. Explore the library and learn about different cultures from around the world. Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 3, 9:30–10:30 am

Dazzling Dave

Dazzling Dave uses hitech yo-yos and amazing tricks to teach about one of the world's oldest and coolest toys — the yo-yo.

Ages: 5–12.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 10, 9:30–10:15 am

Tue, July 23, 1–2:30 pm

Work cooperatively to build marble runs and see how fast and far you can make marbles travel.

Burnhaven AGES: 10–16.

Tue, July 30, 1–2 pm

AGES: 6–10.

Mon, Aug. 5, 6:30–7:30 pm

Alan Johnson — Comedy Juggler Extraordinaire

Take a tour of circus skills and amusement with this unique and fun-filled blend of comedy and juggling. Ages: 2–12.

Robert Trail

Sat, Aug. 10, 10:30–11:15 am

Big Backyard Bonanza Celebrate the end of Summer Discovery with games, stories and fun activities. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy outside after the program if you’d like. Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Tue, Aug. 27, 10:30 am–noon

ONLINE

What's Next

Get personalized reading recommendations based on books or topics you enjoy.

• NextReads • Novelist • Book Match

Tue, June 11, 10:30–11 am

Galaxie

www.dakotacounty.us/library, click Books & Materials

Wed, June 12, 10:30–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Make & Take: Duct Tape Crafts

It’s amazing what you can create with duct tape — from wallets to smartphone cases.

Explore the world of duct tape art. Ages: 10–16.

Galaxie

Fri, Aug. 2, 10:30 am–noon

Folk Art and Traditions of India*

Create a drawing or painting using traditional Indian designs and take a whirlwind tour of India with artist Shakun Maheshwari. Explore the customs and traditions of Indian culture, look at clothing, and learn words and phrases in Hindi.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–15.

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 7, 2:30–4:30 pm

Paper Mosaics*

Make beautiful mosaic designs by cutting and tearing brightlycolored craft paper and arranging the pieces on tag board. Discover the interesting designs, patterns and pictures that form when you glue the pieces in place and add decoration.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Wed, Aug. 14, 2–4 pm

Big Truck Day

Magic, fun and games

Climb inside, touch and explore trucks and other vehicles from Dakota County’s large fleet of equipment. Ages: 2–12.

Magic: the Gathering Booster Draft

Wentworth

Draft cards and play two rounds of Swiss draw.

Prizes will be awarded based on standings.

Cards and snacks provided.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Mon, June 24, 9:30–11 am

Burnhaven

Wed, June 26, 9:30–11 am

Get your kids' imaginations working by exploring the many things they can create with Legos and Duplos.

Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Mon, June 10, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, July 8, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, Aug. 12, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Tue, June 18, 10–11:30 am

Galaxie

Fri, June 21, 10–11:30 am Tue, July 23, 10–11:30 am Fri, Aug. 9, 10–11:30 am

Jason Huneke's Juggling Show

Featured on “America’s Got Talent” and nationally known for his Michael Jackson dance routine, Jason Huneke performs a comedy and juggling act that includes a 6-foot unicycle, a Chinese diabolo, a top hat and juggling knives.

Ages: 2–12.

South St. Paul

Wescott

Wednesday Fun for Kids

Farmington

Fri, July 26, 9:30–11 am

Giant Games

Legos & Duplos at the Library

Messy Play

Explore all sorts of messy things outside you might not otherwise get into.

Wear clothes that can get messy. Ages: 3–6.

Wescott

Tue, June 11, 10:30–11:30 am

Video Game Tournament

Challenge your friends and family to an epic video game tournament.

Snacks and tabletop games also available.

Ages: 11–17.

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 2:30–4 pm Tue, July 9, 2:30–4 pm Tue, Aug. 13, 2:30–4 pm

Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Tournament

Learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! and play in a tournament with other fans. Limited numbers of starter decks available for new players.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–16.

Farmington

Wed, June 12, 2–4 pm

Bike Rodeo

Bring your bike and helmet to learn about bike safety and have fun on a bike obstacle course. Presented by the West St. Paul Police and Children's Hospital.

Registration required.

Ages: 6–12.

Wentworth

Sat, June 15, 10 am–noon Rain date: Sat, June 29

Farmington

Inver Glen

Tue, July 16, 10:30 am–noon

Sat, June 8, 2:30–5 pm Sat, Aug. 10, 2:30–5 pm

Join our dungeon master for heroic Dungeons & Dragons gameplay through a world filled with magic and monsters.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Tue & Wed, June 25 & 26, 1–4 pm

Thu, June 27, 10:30 am–noon

Robert Trail

Dungeons & Dragons

Drop in anytime to play big versions of your favorite games including checkers, dice, dominoes, puzzles, playing cards and tic-tac-toe.

Ages: 8–16.

Galaxie

Tue, June 25, 1–3 pm

Explore, play and create with a variety of crafts, games and technology activities every week.

Ages: 5–12.

Wescott

Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm June 26, July 3–31

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Obstacle Course

Drop in anytime for a full-body movement experience navigating tunnels and hoops, hopping down a path and zigzagging through cones. Ages: 2–6.

Chess and Board Games

Bring your friends to play chess and other board games at the library.

Use our board games or bring your own.

Ages: 10–16.

Burnhaven

Burnhaven

Brodini Comedy Magic Show

Marble Run Fun

Mon, July 1, 6:30–7:30 pm

Magician Brodini makes you laugh as he amazes you with his magic skills.

Ages: 2–12.

Galaxie

Tue, July 2, 10:30–11:15 am

Around the World Scavenger Hunt

Drop in to complete a fun Libraries Are for Everyone Scavenger Hunt. Explore the library and learn about different cultures from around the world. Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 3, 9:30–10:30 am

Dazzling Dave

Dazzling Dave uses hitech yo-yos and amazing tricks to teach about one of the world's oldest and coolest toys — the yo-yo.

Ages: 5–12.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 10, 9:30–10:15 am

Tue, July 23, 1–2:30 pm

Work cooperatively to build marble runs and see how fast and far you can make marbles travel.

Burnhaven AGES: 10–16.

Tue, July 30, 1–2 pm

AGES: 6–10.

Mon, Aug. 5, 6:30–7:30 pm

Alan Johnson — Comedy Juggler Extraordinaire

Take a tour of circus skills and amusement with this unique and fun-filled blend of comedy and juggling. Ages: 2–12.

Robert Trail

Sat, Aug. 10, 10:30–11:15 am

Big Backyard Bonanza Celebrate the end of Summer Discovery with games, stories and fun activities. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy outside after the program if you’d like. Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Tue, Aug. 27, 10:30 am–noon

ONLINE

What's Next

Get personalized reading recommendations based on books or topics you enjoy.

• NextReads • Novelist • Book Match

Tue, June 11, 10:30–11 am

Galaxie

www.dakotacounty.us/library, click Books & Materials

Wed, June 12, 10:30–11 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Music and dance Music Together©

Enjoy lively music and movement with Music Together© instructor Cheryl Hornstein.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–4.

Wescott

Stories Sing!*

Hear stories read and sung by trained opera singers from the Minnesota Opera and complete an art project to go with the story.

Ages: 3–6.

Galaxie

Fri, June 28, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, July 25, 10:30–11:15 am

Mon, June 3, 9:30–10:15 am Mon, Aug. 19, 9:30–10:15 am

Wescott

Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle & Jam!

Teddy Bear Band*

Take turns leading dances and songs with rhythm instruments, puppets and plush toys as Wendy Baldinger sings and plays guitar.

Space is limited.

Ages: 2–10.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 12, 9:30–10:15 am

Farmington

Fri, June 28, 10:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Thu, July 18, 10:30–11:15 am

Tue, July 30, 10:30–11:15 am

Enjoy the music of the Teddy Bear Band at this Pan-O-Prog Youth Play Day program. Ages: 3–10.

Aronson Park

8250 202nd St. W., Lakeville Fri, July 12, 12:30–1:15 pm

Dance Together

ALL ABILITIES

Use movement to explore imagination, stories and music in this class where caregivers and children dance together. Presented by Young Dance.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–5.

West African Drumming*

Learn how to drum on African drums and practice rhythmic patterns that have been passed on for generations with master drummer Ghana Mbaye from Senegal. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Farmington

Tue, July 16, 3–5 pm

Meet the Instruments

Playing in a school band or a rock band, you have to start somewhere.

Try a variety of musical instruments from Groth Music. Space is limited.

Ages: 2–16.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 17, 9:30–10:30 am

Farmington

Fri, July 19, 10:30–11:30 am

Inver Glen

Thu, Aug. 8, 10:30–11:15 am

Wescott

Tue, Aug. 20, 10:30–11:15 am

Mon, June 24, 10:30–11:15 am

Silly Summer Dance Party

Dress up in silly clothes and celebrate summer with lots of music and fun at this silly dance party with Ms. Sarah.

Space is limited to 100 people. Ages: 0–6.

Galaxie

Schiffelly Puppets

Join Rapunzel as she tries to escape her tower in this family-friendly parody of the classic tale filled with humor and plenty of audience participation. Ages: 2–10.

Rambling River Park

17 Elm St., Farmington Tue, June 11, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, June 13, 10:30–11:15 am

Galaxie

Around the World Dance Party

Burnhaven

Put on your dancing shoes and groove to the beat of music from around the world at this fun dance party.

Ages: 0–6.

Rap, Rock and Read

The Jolly Pops

Tue, July 23, 10:30–11:15 am

Theater

Fri, July 26, 10:30–11 am

Wed, July 31, 9:30–10:30 am

Wescott

Sat, July 13, 10:30–11:15 am

Fri, July 26, 9:30–10:15 am

Burnhaven

WHEELS MAKE MUSIC

Robert Trail

Wentworth

Fri, July 19, 1:30–2:30 pm

Robert Trail

Enjoy the magic of music and play with MacPhail Center for Music's early childhood music specialists. Experience music's impact on learning and reading readiness.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–5.

Have fun with books and music from around the world with DJ Ms. Donell.

Ages: 2–8.

Galaxie

Rap, rock and read with Miss Nina, YouTube star and three-time Parents' Choice Award-winning artist. Miss Nina focuses on early childhood themes and concepts through high-energy pop, hip-hop and rap, traditional-with-a-twist children’s songs, and her signature book songs.

Ages: 0–6.

Sing, Play, Learn!*

Global Bibliobop

Celebrate music and reading side by side with this interactive and entertaining program that promotes early literacy. Ages: 2–8.

Lawshe Memorial Museum

130 3rd Ave. N., South St. Paul Thu, Aug. 1, 6:30–7:15 pm

Wed, July 10, 6:30–7 pm Wed, Aug. 7, 9:30–10:15 am

City of Eagan's Puppet Wagon

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy outdoor singing, dancing and entertainment for the whole family. Place pictures and letters in Puppet Mail for the puppets. Meet at our steps in front of the library. Program is weather dependent.

Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Mondays, 6–6:30 pm June 17 & 24, July 8–29, Aug. 5 & 12

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Mixed Nuts

Physical comedy, ageappropriate humor and uproarious audience participation. Hilarity and belly laughs for all.

Presented by A Touch of Magic. Ages: 2–10.

Galaxie

Tue, June 18, 10:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Thu, June 20, 10:30–11 am

Wescott

Tue, June 25, 10:30–11:15 am

Stage Combat

Learn the basics of safe stage combat and use what you've learned to create your own scenes. Presented by SteppingStone Theatre.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–14.

Wescott

Mon, June 24, 2–4 pm

The Royal Guard

Be captivated by fullycostumed Renaissance characters and learn about history through entertaining storytelling.

Ages: 2–10.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 17, 2–2:45 pm

Lalo's Lunchbox

Watch food, gadgets and more erupt out of Lalo's magic lunchbox. Learn from Lalo and friends about good food, healthy habits and doing good deeds. Presented by Lalo's Lunchbox.

Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Mon, July 22, 6:30–7:15 pm

Farmington Puppet Wagon

Enjoy a fun story outdoors presented by the Farmington Parks & Recreation Puppet Wagon. Bring a chair or blanket. If rain, program will be held inside.

Ages: 2–10.

Farmington

Fri, Aug. 2, 10:30–11:15 am

Z Juggling Rosenschnoz*

Ooh and ahh at this blend of physical comedy and aerodynamics that includes one man who gives flight to gajillions of balls, pins and spheres.

Presented by Z Puppets Rosenschnoz. Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Wentworth

Tue, Aug. 13, 10:30–11:15 am

COLORS, FEELINGS, MUSIC!

Thu, Aug. 15, 10:30–11:15 am

Galaxie

Tue, Aug. 20, 9:30–10:15 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Music and dance Music Together©

Enjoy lively music and movement with Music Together© instructor Cheryl Hornstein.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–4.

Wescott

Stories Sing!*

Hear stories read and sung by trained opera singers from the Minnesota Opera and complete an art project to go with the story.

Ages: 3–6.

Galaxie

Fri, June 28, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, July 25, 10:30–11:15 am

Mon, June 3, 9:30–10:15 am Mon, Aug. 19, 9:30–10:15 am

Wescott

Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle & Jam!

Teddy Bear Band*

Take turns leading dances and songs with rhythm instruments, puppets and plush toys as Wendy Baldinger sings and plays guitar.

Space is limited.

Ages: 2–10.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 12, 9:30–10:15 am

Farmington

Fri, June 28, 10:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Thu, July 18, 10:30–11:15 am

Tue, July 30, 10:30–11:15 am

Enjoy the music of the Teddy Bear Band at this Pan-O-Prog Youth Play Day program. Ages: 3–10.

Aronson Park

8250 202nd St. W., Lakeville Fri, July 12, 12:30–1:15 pm

Dance Together

ALL ABILITIES

Use movement to explore imagination, stories and music in this class where caregivers and children dance together. Presented by Young Dance.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–5.

West African Drumming*

Learn how to drum on African drums and practice rhythmic patterns that have been passed on for generations with master drummer Ghana Mbaye from Senegal. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Farmington

Tue, July 16, 3–5 pm

Meet the Instruments

Playing in a school band or a rock band, you have to start somewhere.

Try a variety of musical instruments from Groth Music. Space is limited.

Ages: 2–16.

Burnhaven

Wed, July 17, 9:30–10:30 am

Farmington

Fri, July 19, 10:30–11:30 am

Inver Glen

Thu, Aug. 8, 10:30–11:15 am

Wescott

Tue, Aug. 20, 10:30–11:15 am

Mon, June 24, 10:30–11:15 am

Silly Summer Dance Party

Dress up in silly clothes and celebrate summer with lots of music and fun at this silly dance party with Ms. Sarah.

Space is limited to 100 people. Ages: 0–6.

Galaxie

Schiffelly Puppets

Join Rapunzel as she tries to escape her tower in this family-friendly parody of the classic tale filled with humor and plenty of audience participation. Ages: 2–10.

Rambling River Park

17 Elm St., Farmington Tue, June 11, 10:30–11:15 am

Inver Glen

Thu, June 13, 10:30–11:15 am

Galaxie

Around the World Dance Party

Burnhaven

Put on your dancing shoes and groove to the beat of music from around the world at this fun dance party.

Ages: 0–6.

Rap, Rock and Read

The Jolly Pops

Tue, July 23, 10:30–11:15 am

Theater

Fri, July 26, 10:30–11 am

Wed, July 31, 9:30–10:30 am

Wescott

Sat, July 13, 10:30–11:15 am

Fri, July 26, 9:30–10:15 am

Burnhaven

WHEELS MAKE MUSIC

Robert Trail

Wentworth

Fri, July 19, 1:30–2:30 pm

Robert Trail

Enjoy the magic of music and play with MacPhail Center for Music's early childhood music specialists. Experience music's impact on learning and reading readiness.

Registration required.

Ages: 0–5.

Have fun with books and music from around the world with DJ Ms. Donell.

Ages: 2–8.

Galaxie

Rap, rock and read with Miss Nina, YouTube star and three-time Parents' Choice Award-winning artist. Miss Nina focuses on early childhood themes and concepts through high-energy pop, hip-hop and rap, traditional-with-a-twist children’s songs, and her signature book songs.

Ages: 0–6.

Sing, Play, Learn!*

Global Bibliobop

Celebrate music and reading side by side with this interactive and entertaining program that promotes early literacy. Ages: 2–8.

Lawshe Memorial Museum

130 3rd Ave. N., South St. Paul Thu, Aug. 1, 6:30–7:15 pm

Wed, July 10, 6:30–7 pm Wed, Aug. 7, 9:30–10:15 am

City of Eagan's Puppet Wagon

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy outdoor singing, dancing and entertainment for the whole family. Place pictures and letters in Puppet Mail for the puppets. Meet at our steps in front of the library. Program is weather dependent.

Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Mondays, 6–6:30 pm June 17 & 24, July 8–29, Aug. 5 & 12

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Mixed Nuts

Physical comedy, ageappropriate humor and uproarious audience participation. Hilarity and belly laughs for all.

Presented by A Touch of Magic. Ages: 2–10.

Galaxie

Tue, June 18, 10:30–11 am

Inver Glen

Thu, June 20, 10:30–11 am

Wescott

Tue, June 25, 10:30–11:15 am

Stage Combat

Learn the basics of safe stage combat and use what you've learned to create your own scenes. Presented by SteppingStone Theatre.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–14.

Wescott

Mon, June 24, 2–4 pm

The Royal Guard

Be captivated by fullycostumed Renaissance characters and learn about history through entertaining storytelling.

Ages: 2–10.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 17, 2–2:45 pm

Lalo's Lunchbox

Watch food, gadgets and more erupt out of Lalo's magic lunchbox. Learn from Lalo and friends about good food, healthy habits and doing good deeds. Presented by Lalo's Lunchbox.

Ages: 2–12.

Burnhaven

Mon, July 22, 6:30–7:15 pm

Farmington Puppet Wagon

Enjoy a fun story outdoors presented by the Farmington Parks & Recreation Puppet Wagon. Bring a chair or blanket. If rain, program will be held inside.

Ages: 2–10.

Farmington

Fri, Aug. 2, 10:30–11:15 am

Z Juggling Rosenschnoz*

Ooh and ahh at this blend of physical comedy and aerodynamics that includes one man who gives flight to gajillions of balls, pins and spheres.

Presented by Z Puppets Rosenschnoz. Ages: 2–10.

Wescott

Wentworth

Tue, Aug. 13, 10:30–11:15 am

COLORS, FEELINGS, MUSIC!

Thu, Aug. 15, 10:30–11:15 am

Galaxie

Tue, Aug. 20, 9:30–10:15 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Plan Your Park

Science and animals

Let your imagination run wild as you design a park at the microscopic level and explore the oftenexotic world right under your feet. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

Florida's Manatees: Endangered Sea Cows

Learn about the Florida manatee through science teacher Rob Ellos’ firsthand experience snorkeling with these gentle giants. Ellos will share colorful photos and props. Ages: 2–8.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Thu, June 6, 10:30–11:15 am

Burnhaven

Tue, June 11, 1–2 pm

Cool Animals of the North

Discover a variety of native Minnesota animals and ecological concepts that are unique to our state and how they fit into the global ecosystem. Presented by the Minnesota Zoomobile. Ages: 4–12.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Mon, June 10, 2–3 pm

Bruce the Bug Guy

Summer STEAM

HELICOPTER AND PARACHUTE

Thu, June 13, 2:30–4 pm

BALLOON ROCKET

Robert Trail

Thu, Aug. 22, 2:30–4 pm

SCIENCE MONDAY

Mon, June 24, 1–1:45 pm

Discover how the body’s systems work together and what makes humans alike and unique. Learn how your heart, brain and DNA make you who you are and do what you do. Presented by the Bakken Museum.

One registration required per twosession program.

Ages: 7–11. Sponsored

by GlaxoSmithKline’s Science in the Summer.

Wentworth

Thu, June 27, 2:30–4 pm

Inver Glen

The Science of Me

Join us to explore fun new STEAM activities each session and create a unique science-inspired project.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Live critters and other fun props give the audience a unique opportunity to experience fascinating insects up-close.

Ages: 5–12. Inver Glen program is sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Thu, June 13, 2–2:45 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

ROCKET CAR

Galaxie

Thu, July 11, 2:30–4 pm

Wed & Thu, June 26 & 27, 9:30–11:30 am

BRIDGE

Thu, July 25, 2:30–4 pm

Wescott

COMPASS

Thu, Aug. 8, 2:30–4 pm

Mon & Tue, July 8 & 9, 9:30–11:30 am

PAPER CIRCUIT MAP

Inver Glen SCIENCE MONDAY

Burnhaven

Mon & Tue, July 29 & 30, 1–3 pm

TECH GADGETS

Tue, July 16, 1–2:30 pm

Pasta Bridges

HELICOPTER AND PARACHUTE Tue, Aug. 6, 1–2:30 pm

BRIDGE

Tue, Aug. 13, 1–2:30 pm

Great Migrations

Discover what animals do when the weather turns or resources are scarce. Explore the places some of our local animals migrate to and why, and get an up close view of the hazards they face along their way.

Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

South St. Paul

Nature Detectives

Be a nature detective by exploring the outdoors and discovering the fascinating clues animals leave behind.

Presented by Dakota County Parks. If rain, program will be held inside.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Inver Glen

Tue, June 18, 2–3:30 pm

Farmington

Fri, Aug. 9, 10:30–11:30 am

Discover Energy

Learn about energy and the different forms it can take. Discover how magnets generate electricity and how engineers are working to conserve electricity and use energy more wisely in the future. Presented by the Bakken Museum.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 19, 2–3 pm

Invasive Invaders

Learn how some of our non-native invasive species made it here and why they are a not-sowelcome part of the local ecosystem. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Learn how to build a strong bridge from the educators at The Works Museum using pasta, hot glue and your imagination.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–12.

Robert Trail

Thu, June 27, 2–3:30 pm

Burnhaven AGES: 10–14.

Tue, June 25, 1–2 pm

Robert Trail AGES: 8–12.

Thu, July 11, 2–3 pm

Mon, June 17, 10:30–11:30 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Plan Your Park

Science and animals

Let your imagination run wild as you design a park at the microscopic level and explore the oftenexotic world right under your feet. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

Florida's Manatees: Endangered Sea Cows

Learn about the Florida manatee through science teacher Rob Ellos’ firsthand experience snorkeling with these gentle giants. Ellos will share colorful photos and props. Ages: 2–8.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Thu, June 6, 10:30–11:15 am

Burnhaven

Tue, June 11, 1–2 pm

Cool Animals of the North

Discover a variety of native Minnesota animals and ecological concepts that are unique to our state and how they fit into the global ecosystem. Presented by the Minnesota Zoomobile. Ages: 4–12.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Mon, June 10, 2–3 pm

Bruce the Bug Guy

Summer STEAM

HELICOPTER AND PARACHUTE

Thu, June 13, 2:30–4 pm

BALLOON ROCKET

Robert Trail

Thu, Aug. 22, 2:30–4 pm

SCIENCE MONDAY

Mon, June 24, 1–1:45 pm

Discover how the body’s systems work together and what makes humans alike and unique. Learn how your heart, brain and DNA make you who you are and do what you do. Presented by the Bakken Museum.

One registration required per twosession program.

Ages: 7–11. Sponsored

by GlaxoSmithKline’s Science in the Summer.

Wentworth

Thu, June 27, 2:30–4 pm

Inver Glen

The Science of Me

Join us to explore fun new STEAM activities each session and create a unique science-inspired project.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Live critters and other fun props give the audience a unique opportunity to experience fascinating insects up-close.

Ages: 5–12. Inver Glen program is sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Thu, June 13, 2–2:45 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

ROCKET CAR

Galaxie

Thu, July 11, 2:30–4 pm

Wed & Thu, June 26 & 27, 9:30–11:30 am

BRIDGE

Thu, July 25, 2:30–4 pm

Wescott

COMPASS

Thu, Aug. 8, 2:30–4 pm

Mon & Tue, July 8 & 9, 9:30–11:30 am

PAPER CIRCUIT MAP

Inver Glen SCIENCE MONDAY

Burnhaven

Mon & Tue, July 29 & 30, 1–3 pm

TECH GADGETS

Tue, July 16, 1–2:30 pm

Pasta Bridges

HELICOPTER AND PARACHUTE Tue, Aug. 6, 1–2:30 pm

BRIDGE

Tue, Aug. 13, 1–2:30 pm

Great Migrations

Discover what animals do when the weather turns or resources are scarce. Explore the places some of our local animals migrate to and why, and get an up close view of the hazards they face along their way.

Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12.

South St. Paul

Nature Detectives

Be a nature detective by exploring the outdoors and discovering the fascinating clues animals leave behind.

Presented by Dakota County Parks. If rain, program will be held inside.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Inver Glen

Tue, June 18, 2–3:30 pm

Farmington

Fri, Aug. 9, 10:30–11:30 am

Discover Energy

Learn about energy and the different forms it can take. Discover how magnets generate electricity and how engineers are working to conserve electricity and use energy more wisely in the future. Presented by the Bakken Museum.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 19, 2–3 pm

Invasive Invaders

Learn how some of our non-native invasive species made it here and why they are a not-sowelcome part of the local ecosystem. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Learn how to build a strong bridge from the educators at The Works Museum using pasta, hot glue and your imagination.

Registration required.

Ages: 9–12.

Robert Trail

Thu, June 27, 2–3:30 pm

Burnhaven AGES: 10–14.

Tue, June 25, 1–2 pm

Robert Trail AGES: 8–12.

Thu, July 11, 2–3 pm

Mon, June 17, 10:30–11:30 am

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Snake, Rattle and Roll

Slither into the world of reptiles by touching, holding and feeding scaly critters. Learn what makes reptiles unique and get an up-close look at some of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. Presented

by Snake Discovery.

Ages: 2–12. Inver Glen program sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Robert Trail

Tue, July 2, 2–2:45 pm

Inver Glen SCIENCE MONDAY Mon, July 22, 1–1:45 pm

Farmington

Thu, Aug. 15, 10:30–11:15 am

Wescott

Wed, Aug. 21, 10:30–11:30 am Wed, Aug. 21, 2–2:45 pm

Science Monday: Chemical Changes

Experiment with chemical changes and make a tub of slimy polymer that glows in the dark. Presented by the Works Museum.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, July 8, 1–2 pm

Science Monday: Raptors of Minnesota

Explore the different raptors found in Minnesota and their role in the environment.

Learn the three key features of all raptors and why they are different from other birds. Presented by the Raptor Center.

Ages: 5–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, July 15, 1–1:45 pm

Have Seeds, Will Travel

Investigate the world of seed dispersal and discover how plants move to greener pastures when they can't get up and walk.

Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Wescott

Mon, July 15, 2–3 pm

Wilderness Survival

Learn shelter building, knot tying, fire building and what to eat to survive in the wild.

Outdoor program; rain or shine. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 16, 2–3:30 pm

.

RAD Zoo

Learn about the lives of frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and a small alligator. Get up-close to pet some of these unique creatures. Presented by Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo. Ages: 4–12.

Robert Trail

Thu, July 25, 2–2:45 pm

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 14, 9:30–10:15 am

Amazing Sharks

Join science teacher Rob Ellos and his puppet assistant, Snappy, for a lesson on sharks. Ellos uses humor, audience participation and real shark jaws, a shark egg case and more to explain where sharks live, what they eat and how they behave.

Ages: 2–8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library

Robert Trail

Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Science Monday: Apollo to the Moon

More

Learn about human space trips to the Moon from blastoff at Kennedy Space Center to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Science teacher Rob Ellos uses props, theatrical techniques, humor and audience participation to teach about how humans got to the Moon, what they did there and what they brought back.

Ages: 5–10. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Auto Maintenance Basics

Learn the basics of maintaining your own vehicle including tires, fluids, jump-starting and more. Presented by local automotive professional Dan Friederichs.

Registration required.

Ages: 15–18.

Wescott

Thu, June 27, 6–7:30 pm

Afternoon Tea Party

Inver Glen

Mon, Aug. 5, 1–1:45 pm

Tech tools and toys 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.

Ages: 8–16.

Farmington

Tuesdays, 3–4 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

Explore Virtual Reality

Explore, learn and play in virtual reality using our viewers and free apps on your smartphone or device. A limited number of iPods are available to use.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Writing your own story Teen Writers Workshop with Pete Hautman*

Join other teen writers to get inspired at this workshop with Pete Hautman, award-winning author of Godless.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Fri, June 14, 10 am–noon

School success Waggin' Tales

Bring your kids into the Library to read to certified therapy dogs.

It's not only fun, it helps develop reading skills and fluency. Ages: 5–10.

Wear your fancy clothes and hats to enjoy a lovely afternoon party.

Registration required for each participant.

Ages: 6–14; must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 23, 2–3 pm

Robert Trail

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 1, July 6, Aug. 3

Wescott

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 8, July 13, Aug. 10

Galaxie

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 15, July 20, Aug. 17

Inver Glen

Saturdays, 11 am–noon June 15, July 20, Aug. 17

Farmington

Thu, July 18, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program:

YOUTH & FAMILY

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Snake, Rattle and Roll

Slither into the world of reptiles by touching, holding and feeding scaly critters. Learn what makes reptiles unique and get an up-close look at some of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. Presented

by Snake Discovery.

Ages: 2–12. Inver Glen program sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Robert Trail

Tue, July 2, 2–2:45 pm

Inver Glen SCIENCE MONDAY Mon, July 22, 1–1:45 pm

Farmington

Thu, Aug. 15, 10:30–11:15 am

Wescott

Wed, Aug. 21, 10:30–11:30 am Wed, Aug. 21, 2–2:45 pm

Science Monday: Chemical Changes

Experiment with chemical changes and make a tub of slimy polymer that glows in the dark. Presented by the Works Museum.

Registration required.

Ages: 5–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, July 8, 1–2 pm

Science Monday: Raptors of Minnesota

Explore the different raptors found in Minnesota and their role in the environment.

Learn the three key features of all raptors and why they are different from other birds. Presented by the Raptor Center.

Ages: 5–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Mon, July 15, 1–1:45 pm

Have Seeds, Will Travel

Investigate the world of seed dispersal and discover how plants move to greener pastures when they can't get up and walk.

Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Wescott

Mon, July 15, 2–3 pm

Wilderness Survival

Learn shelter building, knot tying, fire building and what to eat to survive in the wild.

Outdoor program; rain or shine. Presented by Dakota County Parks.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–12.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 16, 2–3:30 pm

.

RAD Zoo

Learn about the lives of frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and a small alligator. Get up-close to pet some of these unique creatures. Presented by Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo. Ages: 4–12.

Robert Trail

Thu, July 25, 2–2:45 pm

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 14, 9:30–10:15 am

Amazing Sharks

Join science teacher Rob Ellos and his puppet assistant, Snappy, for a lesson on sharks. Ellos uses humor, audience participation and real shark jaws, a shark egg case and more to explain where sharks live, what they eat and how they behave.

Ages: 2–8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Trail Library

Robert Trail

Thu, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Science Monday: Apollo to the Moon

More

Learn about human space trips to the Moon from blastoff at Kennedy Space Center to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Science teacher Rob Ellos uses props, theatrical techniques, humor and audience participation to teach about how humans got to the Moon, what they did there and what they brought back.

Ages: 5–10. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Auto Maintenance Basics

Learn the basics of maintaining your own vehicle including tires, fluids, jump-starting and more. Presented by local automotive professional Dan Friederichs.

Registration required.

Ages: 15–18.

Wescott

Thu, June 27, 6–7:30 pm

Afternoon Tea Party

Inver Glen

Mon, Aug. 5, 1–1:45 pm

Tech tools and toys 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.

Ages: 8–16.

Farmington

Tuesdays, 3–4 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

Explore Virtual Reality

Explore, learn and play in virtual reality using our viewers and free apps on your smartphone or device. A limited number of iPods are available to use.

Registration required.

Ages: 8–16.

Writing your own story Teen Writers Workshop with Pete Hautman*

Join other teen writers to get inspired at this workshop with Pete Hautman, award-winning author of Godless.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Fri, June 14, 10 am–noon

School success Waggin' Tales

Bring your kids into the Library to read to certified therapy dogs.

It's not only fun, it helps develop reading skills and fluency. Ages: 5–10.

Wear your fancy clothes and hats to enjoy a lovely afternoon party.

Registration required for each participant.

Ages: 6–14; must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 23, 2–3 pm

Robert Trail

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 1, July 6, Aug. 3

Wescott

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 8, July 13, Aug. 10

Galaxie

Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am June 15, July 20, Aug. 17

Inver Glen

Saturdays, 11 am–noon June 15, July 20, Aug. 17

Farmington

Thu, July 18, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

3D Modeling Basics

Learn how to design your own object using 3D modeling software.

Participants may print their completed design later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLab. Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Explore your innovative side with stateof-the art technology in our iLABs. Join us for introductory classes to learn more about how you can use this equipment

Robert Trail

Tue, July 16, 5:30–7:30 pm

for your creative projects.

DIY Zippers

Innovation and inspiration Intro to 3D Printing

Learn the basics of how 3D printers work and how to get started printing in the iLab. Discover ways to create your own 3D designs using CAD tools for beginners.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Wescott

Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

Robert Trail

Tue, June 11, 2–3 pm Tue, Aug. 20, 6–7 pm

Galaxie

Wed, June 12, 3–3:45 pm Wed, July 17, 3–3:45 pm Thu, Aug. 22, 3–3:45 pm

Wentworth

Thursdays, 3–3:45 pm June 20, July 18, Aug. 15

Open Studio

Come to the library to work on a current art or craft project while visiting with other makers. Get help with individual projects.

New textile techniques demonstrated as requested. Geared for adults and youth ages 10 and older.

Farmington

Intro to Sewing for Teens

Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine. Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Thu, June 27, 2–4 pm Thu, July 25, 6–7:30 pm

Photo & Film Digitization 101

Discover how easy it is to restore old black-andwhite photographs and share them with family and friends. Hear tips on how to convert your old photos, slides, negatives and film to digital formats.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Fridays, 1:30–3:30 pm June 7– Aug. 30

Wescott

Sat, June 29, 2–3 pm

Galaxie

Make & Take for Adults: Greeting Cards

Intro to Sewing and Fabric Cutting

Wescott

Drop in for a card making session using iLab equipment.

Materials will be provided or bring your own.

Space is limited.

Wescott

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm Thu, June 13, 6–7:30 pm Sat, Aug. 10, 10 am–noon Tue, Aug. 13, 6–7:30 pm

Farmington

Sat, June 22, 2–3 pm

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Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine and the Accuquilt GO! Big® electric fabric cutter.

Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects, and practice cutting fabric using die cutter shapes.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Wescott

Tue, July 9, 2–3 pm Thu, Aug. 1, 6–7 pm

Tue, July 9, 3–3:45 pm Mon, Aug. 19, 2–2:45 pm

3D Modeling Basics for Teens and Tweens

Learn how to design your own object using 3D modeling software.

Participants may print their completed design later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLab. Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Learn several methods of sewing zippers.

Practice sewing zippers into clothing and other fabric projects.

Prerequisite: Intermediate sewing skills.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Farmington

Sat, July 20, 10 am–noon

Green Screen and iMovie for Teens and Tweens

Learn the basics of recording a video using a green screen, importing the video into iMovie for Mac, editing the video, and saving and sharing your work.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–14.

DIY Jelly Roll Fabric Packs

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Video Editing with iMovie for Teens

Make your own coasters, placemats, table runners, baskets or rugs using fabric strips.

More information and a supply list available at the Farmington Library.

Prerequisite: Advanced beginner sewing skills.

Registration required for all three dates. Geared for adults.

Learn editing skills and tricks that will make your videos stand out.

Bring your own iPad with iMovie or use one of ours.

Presented by Eagan TV. Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Farmington

Learn basic sewing skills and make your own project to take home.

Presented by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Mondays, 5–7:30 pm July 29, Aug. 5, Aug. 12

Audio Production 101 for Teens and Tweens

Learn how to set up microphones in the sound booth, get an introduction to recording and editing audio tracks in GarageBand® for Mac, and know how to save and share your work.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–14.

Wescott

Mon, Aug. 12, 2–3:30 pm

Sewing Workshop

Inver Glen

Wed, Aug. 14, 4:30–6 pm

Intro to Sewing

Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine. Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Galaxie

Sat, Aug. 17, 10–11:30 am

Intro to Paper Cutting

Get an introduction to paper cutting using the Silhouette Cameo® paper cutter and Silhouette Studio software. Learn how to import and resize images, select cut settings, load cutting mats, select the right paper and more.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Wescott

Mon, Aug. 26, 2–2:45 pm

Wescott

Tue, July 30, 2–3 pm Wed, Aug. 14, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Tue, July 23, 2–3 pm

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Farmington

Sat, July 13, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

3D Modeling Basics

Learn how to design your own object using 3D modeling software.

Participants may print their completed design later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLab. Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Explore your innovative side with stateof-the art technology in our iLABs. Join us for introductory classes to learn more about how you can use this equipment

Robert Trail

Tue, July 16, 5:30–7:30 pm

for your creative projects.

DIY Zippers

Innovation and inspiration Intro to 3D Printing

Learn the basics of how 3D printers work and how to get started printing in the iLab. Discover ways to create your own 3D designs using CAD tools for beginners.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Wescott

Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

Robert Trail

Tue, June 11, 2–3 pm Tue, Aug. 20, 6–7 pm

Galaxie

Wed, June 12, 3–3:45 pm Wed, July 17, 3–3:45 pm Thu, Aug. 22, 3–3:45 pm

Wentworth

Thursdays, 3–3:45 pm June 20, July 18, Aug. 15

Open Studio

Come to the library to work on a current art or craft project while visiting with other makers. Get help with individual projects.

New textile techniques demonstrated as requested. Geared for adults and youth ages 10 and older.

Farmington

Intro to Sewing for Teens

Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine. Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects.

Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Galaxie

Thu, June 27, 2–4 pm Thu, July 25, 6–7:30 pm

Photo & Film Digitization 101

Discover how easy it is to restore old black-andwhite photographs and share them with family and friends. Hear tips on how to convert your old photos, slides, negatives and film to digital formats.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Fridays, 1:30–3:30 pm June 7– Aug. 30

Wescott

Sat, June 29, 2–3 pm

Galaxie

Make & Take for Adults: Greeting Cards

Intro to Sewing and Fabric Cutting

Wescott

Drop in for a card making session using iLab equipment.

Materials will be provided or bring your own.

Space is limited.

Wescott

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm Thu, June 13, 6–7:30 pm Sat, Aug. 10, 10 am–noon Tue, Aug. 13, 6–7:30 pm

Farmington

Sat, June 22, 2–3 pm

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Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine and the Accuquilt GO! Big® electric fabric cutter.

Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects, and practice cutting fabric using die cutter shapes.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Wescott

Tue, July 9, 2–3 pm Thu, Aug. 1, 6–7 pm

Tue, July 9, 3–3:45 pm Mon, Aug. 19, 2–2:45 pm

3D Modeling Basics for Teens and Tweens

Learn how to design your own object using 3D modeling software.

Participants may print their completed design later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLab. Registration required.

Ages: 10–16.

Learn several methods of sewing zippers.

Practice sewing zippers into clothing and other fabric projects.

Prerequisite: Intermediate sewing skills.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Farmington

Sat, July 20, 10 am–noon

Green Screen and iMovie for Teens and Tweens

Learn the basics of recording a video using a green screen, importing the video into iMovie for Mac, editing the video, and saving and sharing your work.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–14.

DIY Jelly Roll Fabric Packs

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Video Editing with iMovie for Teens

Make your own coasters, placemats, table runners, baskets or rugs using fabric strips.

More information and a supply list available at the Farmington Library.

Prerequisite: Advanced beginner sewing skills.

Registration required for all three dates. Geared for adults.

Learn editing skills and tricks that will make your videos stand out.

Bring your own iPad with iMovie or use one of ours.

Presented by Eagan TV. Registration required.

Ages: 12–16.

Farmington

Learn basic sewing skills and make your own project to take home.

Presented by the Friends of the Inver Glen Library.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Mondays, 5–7:30 pm July 29, Aug. 5, Aug. 12

Audio Production 101 for Teens and Tweens

Learn how to set up microphones in the sound booth, get an introduction to recording and editing audio tracks in GarageBand® for Mac, and know how to save and share your work.

Registration required.

Ages: 10–14.

Wescott

Mon, Aug. 12, 2–3:30 pm

Sewing Workshop

Inver Glen

Wed, Aug. 14, 4:30–6 pm

Intro to Sewing

Become familiar with the Janome Schoolmate® sewing machine. Learn sewing machine basics to work on your own future projects.

Registration required.

Geared for adults.

Galaxie

Sat, Aug. 17, 10–11:30 am

Intro to Paper Cutting

Get an introduction to paper cutting using the Silhouette Cameo® paper cutter and Silhouette Studio software. Learn how to import and resize images, select cut settings, load cutting mats, select the right paper and more.

Registration required.

Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Wescott

Mon, Aug. 26, 2–2:45 pm

Wescott

Tue, July 30, 2–3 pm Wed, Aug. 14, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Tue, July 23, 2–3 pm

Get social

ONLINE

Find, follow, share Dakota County Library

Farmington

Sat, July 13, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

ADULT

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Lorna Landvik*

Enjoy great music, try a new craft, meet

Meet local author Lorna Landvik and hear her discuss her new book, Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes), a novel about a small-town newspaper columnist’s half-century of taking on the world.

local authors or learn about wellness, financial planning and more — all for free.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational programs especially for adults.

Wescott

Wed, June 19, 6–7:30 pm

Book discussions Join one of our monthly book discussion groups to delve into the details of a good book. Call your library or visit www.dakotacounty. us/library, click Search Website, search book discussion for monthly book discussion titles.

BURNHAVEN

Third Tuesday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

FARMINGTON– AFTERNOON

First Tuesday of the month 1:30–2:30 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

FARMINGTON– BOOKS & BREW

Third Tuesday of the month 7–8 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

GALAXIE

Second Thursday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 8

HERITAGE–AFTERNOON Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville First Thursday of the month 12:30–1:30 pm June 6, July 11, Aug. 1

HERITAGE–EVENING

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Last Wednesday of the month 7–8 pm June 26, July 31, Aug. 28

INVER GLEN

Second Monday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 10, July 8, Aug. 12

LEDUC HISTORY

LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings First Thursday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 6, July 11, Aug. 1

PLEASANT HILL

LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings Mon, June 3, 6:30–7:30 pm

ROBERT TRAIL–HISTORY Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 pm June 18, July 9, Aug. 13

ROBERT TRAIL

Last Tuesday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 25, July 30, Aug. 27

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SOUTH ST. PAUL– AFTERNOON

Second Wednesday of the month 1–2:30 pm June 12, July 10, Aug. 14

SOUTH ST. PAUL– EVENING

Second Thursday of the month 7–8:30 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 8

WENTWORTH BOOK ENDS

Fourth Tuesday of the month 10:15–11:15 am June 25, July 23, Aug. 27

WENTWORTH– MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Third Wednesday of the month 10–11 am June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 Held at Wentworth Library during summer months.

WESCOTT

Third Thursday of the month 6:30–8 pm June 20, July 18, Aug. 15

Killer Thrillers Book Group

Classic and new mysteries and thrillers.

Register at 651-403-8313.

Visit www.dakotacounty. us/library, search killer thrillers for monthly titles.

Wentworth

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, July 15, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, Aug. 19, 6:30–7:30 pm

Authors and good books Precious and Adored

Hear editor Lizzie Ehrenhalt discuss the new book Precious and Adored: The Love Letters of Rose Cleveland and Evangeline Simpson Whipple — a collection of historical love letters between Rose Cleveland, sister of President Grover Cleveland, and Evangeline Simpson Whipple, widow of Bishop Henry Whipple.

Minnesota’s stories

Arts and crafts Floral Arranging 101*

Learn how to turn storebought bouquets or garden gatherings into eye-catching bouquets for your home or to give as a gift. Presented by Weddings Your Way Floral and Events of Lakeville.

Registration required.

Wescott

Mon, June 3, 2–4 pm

Bizarre History of Minnesota

Hear author Chad Lewis present more than 100 strange newspaper stories of ghosts, UFOs, psychic phenomena and other oddities from Minnesota’s past.

Inver Glen

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wentworth

Mon, June 10, 5:30–7:30 pm

South St. Paul

Mon, June 24, 5:30–7:30 pm

Galaxie

Thu, July 18, 5:30–7:30 pm

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, Aug. 8, 1–3 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Summer Luminaries*

Work under the direction of an ArtStart artist to create a glowing luminary using recycled glass and Modge Podge.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm

Galaxie

Thu, June 20, 5:30–7:30 pm

Intro to Macramé*

Get an introduction to macramé, a form of textile produced using knotting techniques.

Create a trendy project in class using basic knots. Presented by Jen Anfinson.

Registration required.

Augustana Park Ridge Apartments 901 16th St. W., Hastings Wed, June 12, 6–7:30 pm

Japanese Folk Art Traditions*

Explore the customs and traditions of Japanese culture by learning how to make origami, dressing in a kimono and performing Japanese dances.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 26, 5:30–7:30 pm

Western Pamphlet Books*

Create your own classic hardcover journal with the versatile western binding-stitch that is used for making books from ‘zines to hardcover journals. Presented by the Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

Registration required.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 9, 5:30–7:30 pm

Altered Books*

Learn to use sculpture, drawing, painting, collage and paper constructing techniques to repurpose and transform old books into works of art.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 9, 6–7:30 pm

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 6:30–7:30 pm

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

ADULT

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Lorna Landvik*

Enjoy great music, try a new craft, meet

Meet local author Lorna Landvik and hear her discuss her new book, Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes), a novel about a small-town newspaper columnist’s half-century of taking on the world.

local authors or learn about wellness, financial planning and more — all for free.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational programs especially for adults.

Wescott

Wed, June 19, 6–7:30 pm

Book discussions Join one of our monthly book discussion groups to delve into the details of a good book. Call your library or visit www.dakotacounty. us/library, click Search Website, search book discussion for monthly book discussion titles.

BURNHAVEN

Third Tuesday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

FARMINGTON– AFTERNOON

First Tuesday of the month 1:30–2:30 pm June 4, July 2, Aug. 6

FARMINGTON– BOOKS & BREW

Third Tuesday of the month 7–8 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

GALAXIE

Second Thursday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 8

HERITAGE–AFTERNOON Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville First Thursday of the month 12:30–1:30 pm June 6, July 11, Aug. 1

HERITAGE–EVENING

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Last Wednesday of the month 7–8 pm June 26, July 31, Aug. 28

INVER GLEN

Second Monday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 10, July 8, Aug. 12

LEDUC HISTORY

LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings First Thursday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 6, July 11, Aug. 1

PLEASANT HILL

LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings Mon, June 3, 6:30–7:30 pm

ROBERT TRAIL–HISTORY Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 pm June 18, July 9, Aug. 13

ROBERT TRAIL

Last Tuesday of the month 6:30–7:30 pm June 25, July 30, Aug. 27

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SOUTH ST. PAUL– AFTERNOON

Second Wednesday of the month 1–2:30 pm June 12, July 10, Aug. 14

SOUTH ST. PAUL– EVENING

Second Thursday of the month 7–8:30 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 8

WENTWORTH BOOK ENDS

Fourth Tuesday of the month 10:15–11:15 am June 25, July 23, Aug. 27

WENTWORTH– MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Third Wednesday of the month 10–11 am June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 Held at Wentworth Library during summer months.

WESCOTT

Third Thursday of the month 6:30–8 pm June 20, July 18, Aug. 15

Killer Thrillers Book Group

Classic and new mysteries and thrillers.

Register at 651-403-8313.

Visit www.dakotacounty. us/library, search killer thrillers for monthly titles.

Wentworth

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, July 15, 6:30–7:30 pm Mon, Aug. 19, 6:30–7:30 pm

Authors and good books Precious and Adored

Hear editor Lizzie Ehrenhalt discuss the new book Precious and Adored: The Love Letters of Rose Cleveland and Evangeline Simpson Whipple — a collection of historical love letters between Rose Cleveland, sister of President Grover Cleveland, and Evangeline Simpson Whipple, widow of Bishop Henry Whipple.

Minnesota’s stories

Arts and crafts Floral Arranging 101*

Learn how to turn storebought bouquets or garden gatherings into eye-catching bouquets for your home or to give as a gift. Presented by Weddings Your Way Floral and Events of Lakeville.

Registration required.

Wescott

Mon, June 3, 2–4 pm

Bizarre History of Minnesota

Hear author Chad Lewis present more than 100 strange newspaper stories of ghosts, UFOs, psychic phenomena and other oddities from Minnesota’s past.

Inver Glen

Mon, June 17, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wentworth

Mon, June 10, 5:30–7:30 pm

South St. Paul

Mon, June 24, 5:30–7:30 pm

Galaxie

Thu, July 18, 5:30–7:30 pm

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, Aug. 8, 1–3 pm

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Summer Luminaries*

Work under the direction of an ArtStart artist to create a glowing luminary using recycled glass and Modge Podge.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm

Galaxie

Thu, June 20, 5:30–7:30 pm

Intro to Macramé*

Get an introduction to macramé, a form of textile produced using knotting techniques.

Create a trendy project in class using basic knots. Presented by Jen Anfinson.

Registration required.

Augustana Park Ridge Apartments 901 16th St. W., Hastings Wed, June 12, 6–7:30 pm

Japanese Folk Art Traditions*

Explore the customs and traditions of Japanese culture by learning how to make origami, dressing in a kimono and performing Japanese dances.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 26, 5:30–7:30 pm

Western Pamphlet Books*

Create your own classic hardcover journal with the versatile western binding-stitch that is used for making books from ‘zines to hardcover journals. Presented by the Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

Registration required.

Inver Glen

Tue, July 9, 5:30–7:30 pm

Altered Books*

Learn to use sculpture, drawing, painting, collage and paper constructing techniques to repurpose and transform old books into works of art.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Tue, July 9, 6–7:30 pm

Wentworth

Tue, June 11, 6:30–7:30 pm

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To register for a program:

ADULT

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Watercolor Painting*

Discover basic watercolor painting techniques including layering, brush selection and mark making. Use these techniques to create art pieces from photographs, still life subjects or memory.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Artspace Hastings River Lofts

121 Tyler St., Hastings Wed, July 10, 6–8 pm

Embroidery for Beginners*

Learn how to chain stitch, backstitch and make French knots.

Choose a design or draw your own and get started on your first sampler.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Wescott

Thu, July 11, 6–7:30 pm

String Art*

Make colorful designs using small nails, colorful yarn, embroidery thread, string and cork.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Boro Bookmark*

Create a bookmark by using a simple boro technique of patching fabrics together and learn about the historical importance of this Japanese tradition.

Presented by the Textile Center.

Registration Required.

Wentworth

Mon, July 22, 5:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Use a grid system to render accurate prepainting sketches, edit photos for better composition and build layers of paint to create a realistic landscape.

Bring at least two 5 inch by 7 inch or 8 inch by 10 inch landscape photos printed on copy paper.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Thu, Aug. 8, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Mixed Media Painting: Pet Portraits*

Wescott

Experiment with different kinds of painting, drawing and collage materials to make a unique, colorful and fun portrait of your favorite pet or animal. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

South St. Paul

Mon, July 22, 5:30–7:30 pm

Inver Glen

Tue, Aug. 6, 5:30–7:30 pm

Sat, Aug. 10, 10 am–noon Sat, Aug. 17, 10:30 am–12:30 pm

Chinese Brush Painting*

Learn to paint Chinese characters, animals and natural subjects and scenes on rice paper using bamboo brushes and ink. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Wentworth

Mon, Aug. 12, 5:30–7:30 pm

Felted Feather Friend*

Learn how needle felting techniques can be used to create designs and images on fabric and make a bird using wool fibers, colorful roving and a template. Presented by the Textile Center.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, Aug. 14, 5:30–7:30 pm

Botanical Watercolor*

Paint flowers using the basic watercolor techniques of subtle washing, lifting paint and adding dry details, and learn to create depth and detail using a basic wash.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Galaxie

Thu, Aug. 15, 5:30–7:30 pm

Robert Trail

Thu, July 18, 5:30–7:30 pm

Sensible Shopper

Painting from Photos*

Book Binding: Journal*

ONLINE

Get local ratings of services and products from auto repair to banks and health care to roofers.

• Consumers Checkbook www.dakotacounty.us/library, search checkbook

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Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Learn how to make a multi-signature journal using traditional book binding tools, Japanese linen paper covers and waxed-lined thread for an exposed long stitch binding. Presented by Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

Registration required.

Green Jean Art*

Bring an old pair of jeans to upcycle and create a belt, wristband or pocket purse. Add embellishments including buttons, beads and ribbon. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

South St. Paul

Mon, Aug. 19, 5:30–7:30 pm

Your health and wellness Dementia Awareness and Early Detection

ALL ABILITIES

Increase your awareness of various types of dementia, learn how to recognize early symptoms, and discover resources available to family, friends and caregivers. Presented

by DARTS. Registration required.

Robert Trail

In Our Own Voice**

ALL ABILITIES

Hear from speakers who will share their personal stories about recovering from mental illness and learn how you can help reduce the stigma. Presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Wentworth

Tue, July 9, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Wed, July 31, 6:30–7:30 pm

Farmington

Tue, Aug. 6, 6:30–7:30 pm

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm

Inver Glen

Mon, July 15, 6–7:30 pm

Burnhaven

Fri, Aug. 16, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program:

ADULT

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Watercolor Painting*

Discover basic watercolor painting techniques including layering, brush selection and mark making. Use these techniques to create art pieces from photographs, still life subjects or memory.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Artspace Hastings River Lofts

121 Tyler St., Hastings Wed, July 10, 6–8 pm

Embroidery for Beginners*

Learn how to chain stitch, backstitch and make French knots.

Choose a design or draw your own and get started on your first sampler.

Presented by ArtStart.

Registration required.

Wescott

Thu, July 11, 6–7:30 pm

String Art*

Make colorful designs using small nails, colorful yarn, embroidery thread, string and cork.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Boro Bookmark*

Create a bookmark by using a simple boro technique of patching fabrics together and learn about the historical importance of this Japanese tradition.

Presented by the Textile Center.

Registration Required.

Wentworth

Mon, July 22, 5:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Use a grid system to render accurate prepainting sketches, edit photos for better composition and build layers of paint to create a realistic landscape.

Bring at least two 5 inch by 7 inch or 8 inch by 10 inch landscape photos printed on copy paper.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Thu, Aug. 8, 2–4 pm

Farmington

Mixed Media Painting: Pet Portraits*

Wescott

Experiment with different kinds of painting, drawing and collage materials to make a unique, colorful and fun portrait of your favorite pet or animal. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

South St. Paul

Mon, July 22, 5:30–7:30 pm

Inver Glen

Tue, Aug. 6, 5:30–7:30 pm

Sat, Aug. 10, 10 am–noon Sat, Aug. 17, 10:30 am–12:30 pm

Chinese Brush Painting*

Learn to paint Chinese characters, animals and natural subjects and scenes on rice paper using bamboo brushes and ink. Presented

by Artistry.

Registration required.

Wentworth

Mon, Aug. 12, 5:30–7:30 pm

Felted Feather Friend*

Learn how needle felting techniques can be used to create designs and images on fabric and make a bird using wool fibers, colorful roving and a template. Presented by the Textile Center.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, Aug. 14, 5:30–7:30 pm

Botanical Watercolor*

Paint flowers using the basic watercolor techniques of subtle washing, lifting paint and adding dry details, and learn to create depth and detail using a basic wash.

Presented by Artistry.

Registration required.

Galaxie

Thu, Aug. 15, 5:30–7:30 pm

Robert Trail

Thu, July 18, 5:30–7:30 pm

Sensible Shopper

Painting from Photos*

Book Binding: Journal*

ONLINE

Get local ratings of services and products from auto repair to banks and health care to roofers.

• Consumers Checkbook www.dakotacounty.us/library, search checkbook

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Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Learn how to make a multi-signature journal using traditional book binding tools, Japanese linen paper covers and waxed-lined thread for an exposed long stitch binding. Presented by Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

Registration required.

Green Jean Art*

Bring an old pair of jeans to upcycle and create a belt, wristband or pocket purse. Add embellishments including buttons, beads and ribbon. Presented

by ArtStart.

Registration required.

South St. Paul

Mon, Aug. 19, 5:30–7:30 pm

Your health and wellness Dementia Awareness and Early Detection

ALL ABILITIES

Increase your awareness of various types of dementia, learn how to recognize early symptoms, and discover resources available to family, friends and caregivers. Presented

by DARTS. Registration required.

Robert Trail

In Our Own Voice**

ALL ABILITIES

Hear from speakers who will share their personal stories about recovering from mental illness and learn how you can help reduce the stigma. Presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Wentworth

Tue, July 9, 6:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Wed, July 31, 6:30–7:30 pm

Farmington

Tue, Aug. 6, 6:30–7:30 pm

Tue, June 11, 6–7:30 pm

Inver Glen

Mon, July 15, 6–7:30 pm

Burnhaven

Fri, Aug. 16, 2–4 pm

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To register for a program:

ADULT

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Your legal rights Family Law Clinic

Receive a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney regarding family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, paternity issues, spousal maintenance, and domestic abuse. This clinic is a joint program of Legal Assistance of Dakota County, the Dakota County Family Court, and the Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Consumer Law Clinic

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney.

Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Sponsored

by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Tuesdays, 1–4 pm June 4–Aug. 27

Call 952-891-7135 to schedule an appointment.

Mondays, 1–4 pm June 3 & 17, July 1 & 15, Aug. 5 & 19 Wednesdays, 4–7 pm June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 Thursdays, 1–4 pm June 27, July 25, Aug. 29

Dakota County Judicial Center

1560 Highway 55, Hastings

Call 651-738-8080 to schedule an appointment.

Thursdays, 1–4 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 15

Wentworth

Divorce Forms Clinic

Get help with divorce paperwork. Presented by the Dakota County Law Library, Legal Assistance of Dakota County, the Minnesota Justice Foundation, and volunteer attorneys and law students.

Registration required.

Call 952-431-3200.

Galaxie

Thu, June 6, 1–4 pm Thu, Aug. 1, 1–4 pm

Criminal Expungement Clinic

Discover whether expungement — asking a judge to seal a court record — is right for you. Learn about the process and discuss your situation with a volunteer attorney.

Call 651-438-8080 for more information. No appointment required.

Presented by the Volunteer Lawyers Network and Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Tuesdays, 1:30–4 pm June 25, July 23, Aug. 27

More Reducing Food Waste

Learn to reduce household food waste by smart shopping, proper food storage and clever ways to use leftovers.

Take home a smart shopping list, fruit and vegetable storage guide, and a list of valuable resources to learn more.

Presented by Dakota County Environmental Resources Department and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, June 13, 1–2 pm

Fix-it Clinic

Bring up to five small household electronics, clothing, jewelry or other items to get help repairing them at this first come, first served fix-it event.

Robert Trail

Sat, June 15, noon–3 pm

Galaxie

Sun, July 21, 1–4 pm

Farmington

Sat, Aug. 17, noon–3 pm

American Sign Language 101**

ALL ABILITIES

Get a start on learning American Sign Language and exploring Deaf culture in this foursession class. Lessons are cumulative — participants must attend all four sessions.

Presented by Taryn Philippi.

Registration required.

Farmington

Fri, June 21, 2–4 pm

Enjoy this celebration of the music and life of Pete Seeger presented by award-winning folk and roots duo Curtis and Loretta. Hear stories of how his music and drive for social justice influenced his generation and sing along with his popular songs.

Tue, June 25, 2–3 pm

ALL ABILITIES

Learn to use rideshare services like Lyft and Uber safely and easily. Bring a Wi-Fi enabled smartphone to participate. Presented

by GoDakota.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Pete Seeger: 100th Anniversary of the Music and the Man*

Farmington

Mondays, 6–7:30 pm June 17 & 24, July 1 & 8

Learn to Use Rideshare

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Tue, July 30, 1–2 pm

Clear the Clutter

Get tips from recycling professionals on how to purge hard-to-get-rid-of items regardless of size or emotional attachment.

Learn about free or lowcost ways to clean out your closets and restore order to your home.

Presented by the Dakota County Environmental Resources Department and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Generational Politics

Learn how people from different generations view politics and what these differences mean to the future of American politics. Presented by David Schultz, Hamline University Professor of Political Science.

Robert Trail

Tue, Aug. 6, 5:30–7:30 pm

Reduce Chemicals at Home

Learn how to read labels, choose the least toxic products, and properly dispose of hazardous products to save money and lessen your exposure to chemicals. Make your own non-toxic cleaner to take home. Presented

by Dakota County Environmental Resources and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, Aug. 22, 1–2 pm

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Tue, July 23, 1–2:30 pm

Call 952-891-7241 to schedule an appointment.

Tuesdays, 4–7 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 Wednesdays, 1–4 pm June 5, July 3, Aug. 7

Get a txt msg

ONLINE

Know when your hold is ready for pick up and when it’s time to renew. www.dakotacounty.us/library, search text messages.

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To register for a program:

ADULT

1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Your legal rights Family Law Clinic

Receive a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney regarding family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, paternity issues, spousal maintenance, and domestic abuse. This clinic is a joint program of Legal Assistance of Dakota County, the Dakota County Family Court, and the Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Consumer Law Clinic

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney.

Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Sponsored

by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Tuesdays, 1–4 pm June 4–Aug. 27

Call 952-891-7135 to schedule an appointment.

Mondays, 1–4 pm June 3 & 17, July 1 & 15, Aug. 5 & 19 Wednesdays, 4–7 pm June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 Thursdays, 1–4 pm June 27, July 25, Aug. 29

Dakota County Judicial Center

1560 Highway 55, Hastings

Call 651-738-8080 to schedule an appointment.

Thursdays, 1–4 pm June 13, July 11, Aug. 15

Wentworth

Divorce Forms Clinic

Get help with divorce paperwork. Presented by the Dakota County Law Library, Legal Assistance of Dakota County, the Minnesota Justice Foundation, and volunteer attorneys and law students.

Registration required.

Call 952-431-3200.

Galaxie

Thu, June 6, 1–4 pm Thu, Aug. 1, 1–4 pm

Criminal Expungement Clinic

Discover whether expungement — asking a judge to seal a court record — is right for you. Learn about the process and discuss your situation with a volunteer attorney.

Call 651-438-8080 for more information. No appointment required.

Presented by the Volunteer Lawyers Network and Dakota County Law Library.

Galaxie

Tuesdays, 1:30–4 pm June 25, July 23, Aug. 27

More Reducing Food Waste

Learn to reduce household food waste by smart shopping, proper food storage and clever ways to use leftovers.

Take home a smart shopping list, fruit and vegetable storage guide, and a list of valuable resources to learn more.

Presented by Dakota County Environmental Resources Department and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, June 13, 1–2 pm

Fix-it Clinic

Bring up to five small household electronics, clothing, jewelry or other items to get help repairing them at this first come, first served fix-it event.

Robert Trail

Sat, June 15, noon–3 pm

Galaxie

Sun, July 21, 1–4 pm

Farmington

Sat, Aug. 17, noon–3 pm

American Sign Language 101**

ALL ABILITIES

Get a start on learning American Sign Language and exploring Deaf culture in this foursession class. Lessons are cumulative — participants must attend all four sessions.

Presented by Taryn Philippi.

Registration required.

Farmington

Fri, June 21, 2–4 pm

Enjoy this celebration of the music and life of Pete Seeger presented by award-winning folk and roots duo Curtis and Loretta. Hear stories of how his music and drive for social justice influenced his generation and sing along with his popular songs.

Tue, June 25, 2–3 pm

ALL ABILITIES

Learn to use rideshare services like Lyft and Uber safely and easily. Bring a Wi-Fi enabled smartphone to participate. Presented

by GoDakota.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Pete Seeger: 100th Anniversary of the Music and the Man*

Farmington

Mondays, 6–7:30 pm June 17 & 24, July 1 & 8

Learn to Use Rideshare

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Tue, July 30, 1–2 pm

Clear the Clutter

Get tips from recycling professionals on how to purge hard-to-get-rid-of items regardless of size or emotional attachment.

Learn about free or lowcost ways to clean out your closets and restore order to your home.

Presented by the Dakota County Environmental Resources Department and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Generational Politics

Learn how people from different generations view politics and what these differences mean to the future of American politics. Presented by David Schultz, Hamline University Professor of Political Science.

Robert Trail

Tue, Aug. 6, 5:30–7:30 pm

Reduce Chemicals at Home

Learn how to read labels, choose the least toxic products, and properly dispose of hazardous products to save money and lessen your exposure to chemicals. Make your own non-toxic cleaner to take home. Presented

by Dakota County Environmental Resources and Dakota Valley Recycling.

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Thu, Aug. 22, 1–2 pm

Lakeville Heritage Center 20110 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Tue, July 23, 1–2:30 pm

Call 952-891-7241 to schedule an appointment.

Tuesdays, 4–7 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 Wednesdays, 1–4 pm June 5, July 3, Aug. 7

Get a txt msg

ONLINE

Know when your hold is ready for pick up and when it’s time to renew. www.dakotacounty.us/library, search text messages.

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

BUSINESS &

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

TECHNOLOGY

Understanding Google Analytics

Learn how to navigate Google Analytics, focus on important metrics for your website, and develop a strategy for using analytics to help grow your web presence and improve your business. Presented

by Ben Theis of Skol Marketing.

Registration required.

Sponsored in part by South Metro SCORE and Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Whether you want to learn basic computer skills, sharpen your job hunting techniques or learn how to grow your business, the library has classes to meet your needs.

Landing the job Résumé Rescue

Creating an effective résumé can help you land the job you've always wanted. Learn how to use a résumé to show a potential employer your value.

Topics covered include formatting, styles, common mistakes, dos and don'ts, and more.

Taught by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 5, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 10, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 14, 3–5 pm

Cover Letters, Email and Thank You Notes

Cover letters and thank you notes are important parts of the job search puzzle. Learn what you really need to include to get the employer's attention, the difference between a mailed and an emailed letter or note, when and how to follow-up, and proper email etiquette to effectively communicate with employers. Taught

by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 12, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 17, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Mon, Aug. 19, 3–5 pm

Interviewing Skills

Learn how to be more confident, along with strategies to make you stand out from the crowd. Topics covered include types of interviews, common interview questions and major blunders to avoid. Taught

by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 19, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 24, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 28, 3–5 pm

Computers, apps and the internet

Galaxie

Thu, June 6, 10:30 am–noon

Google Tools

Learn about Google products and services that aid in collaboration, accessibility and business marketing including Gmail, Gchat, Google Drive, Google Calendar and Google Maps; and how to use Google’s tools to achieve your personal and professional goals. Bring your tablet or laptop if you have one. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Identity Theft

Learn what identity theft is, actions you can take to protect yourself, and what steps to take if it happens to you.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 19, 5:30–7:30 pm

Computer and Internet Basics

Learn the parts and uses of a computer and how to use the mouse and keyboard, and familiarize yourself with computer terms and how to navigate the Internet.

This class is for PC users.

Prerequisite: None.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 10, 5:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Wed, June 12, 11:30 am–1 pm

Smartphone Basics

Discover options for providing better security on your iPhone or Android. Learn which basic security settings are right for you and how to configure them.

Topics include PINs and password managers, apps and backups, WiFi and VPNs, remote wipe, encryption, and smartphone scams.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 5, 5:30–7:30 pm

Borrow books 24/7

ONLINE

Download good reads for kids, teens and adults to your computer or mobile device anytime.

• CLOUD LIBRARY • RBDIGITAL • HOOPLA www.dakotacounty.us/library, search ebooks.

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To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

BUSINESS &

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

TECHNOLOGY

Understanding Google Analytics

Learn how to navigate Google Analytics, focus on important metrics for your website, and develop a strategy for using analytics to help grow your web presence and improve your business. Presented

by Ben Theis of Skol Marketing.

Registration required.

Sponsored in part by South Metro SCORE and Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Whether you want to learn basic computer skills, sharpen your job hunting techniques or learn how to grow your business, the library has classes to meet your needs.

Landing the job Résumé Rescue

Creating an effective résumé can help you land the job you've always wanted. Learn how to use a résumé to show a potential employer your value.

Topics covered include formatting, styles, common mistakes, dos and don'ts, and more.

Taught by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 5, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 10, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 14, 3–5 pm

Cover Letters, Email and Thank You Notes

Cover letters and thank you notes are important parts of the job search puzzle. Learn what you really need to include to get the employer's attention, the difference between a mailed and an emailed letter or note, when and how to follow-up, and proper email etiquette to effectively communicate with employers. Taught

by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 12, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 17, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Mon, Aug. 19, 3–5 pm

Interviewing Skills

Learn how to be more confident, along with strategies to make you stand out from the crowd. Topics covered include types of interviews, common interview questions and major blunders to avoid. Taught

by Dakota County CareerForce staff.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, June 19, 3–5 pm

Farmington

Wed, July 24, 3–5 pm

Galaxie

Wed, Aug. 28, 3–5 pm

Computers, apps and the internet

Galaxie

Thu, June 6, 10:30 am–noon

Google Tools

Learn about Google products and services that aid in collaboration, accessibility and business marketing including Gmail, Gchat, Google Drive, Google Calendar and Google Maps; and how to use Google’s tools to achieve your personal and professional goals. Bring your tablet or laptop if you have one. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Identity Theft

Learn what identity theft is, actions you can take to protect yourself, and what steps to take if it happens to you.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 19, 5:30–7:30 pm

Computer and Internet Basics

Learn the parts and uses of a computer and how to use the mouse and keyboard, and familiarize yourself with computer terms and how to navigate the Internet.

This class is for PC users.

Prerequisite: None.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 10, 5:30–7:30 pm

Wescott

Wed, June 12, 11:30 am–1 pm

Smartphone Basics

Discover options for providing better security on your iPhone or Android. Learn which basic security settings are right for you and how to configure them.

Topics include PINs and password managers, apps and backups, WiFi and VPNs, remote wipe, encryption, and smartphone scams.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, June 5, 5:30–7:30 pm

Borrow books 24/7

ONLINE

Download good reads for kids, teens and adults to your computer or mobile device anytime.

• CLOUD LIBRARY • RBDIGITAL • HOOPLA www.dakotacounty.us/library, search ebooks.

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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part 2

Learn how to better protect your digital life by discussing safe searching, ad blockers, secure home wireless networks, account security, encryption and VPNs. Prerequisite: Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part I. Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by MELSA. Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 21, 5:30–7:30 pm

Small business programs Microsoft Excel

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software through the example of a family budget.

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word or equivalent.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 17, 5:30–7:30 pm

Senior Surf Day

Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors.

Get hands-on computer experience with help from Senior LinkAge Line® representatives.

Prerequisite: None.

Presented in partnership with Minnesota Board on Aging and Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging.

Registration required.

Galaxie

Wed, July 24, 10:15 am–12:15 pm

Microsoft Word

Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing program. Create a document using many of the software features.

Learn to format, set margins and save your document. Prerequisite: Computer Basics class and/or ability to use the mouse.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 24, 5:30–7:30 pm

Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part 1

From social media to search engines and email to online purchasing — modern life leaves digital footprints everywhere we go. Discover the tools and techniques you can use to protect your privacy, browse anonymously and encrypt information.

Prerequisite: None.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 14, 5:30–7:30 pm

Small Business Counseling with SCORE

Free confidential counseling from SCORE, a non-profit business counseling and mentoring organization.

An experienced SCORE counselor will help you navigate all aspects of planning or operating your small business.

Appointment required.

Email Ron at ron.seipp@ gmail.com.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Work of Art

Learn a new set of business skills with this professional development series geared for artists in the visual, performing and literary arts. Attend any or all sessions. Presented by Springboard for the Arts.

Registration required for each session.

TOPIC: MARKETING ESSENTIALS Define your product, discover your target audience, make decisions about how you sell your work, and identify a budget and strategy for your artistic business.

Bring your ideas to life in the Library.

Explore our services!

From app design and blog content to 3D printing.

Farmington

Tue, June 18, 5:30–7:45 pm

TOPIC: BUSINESS PLAN ESSENTIALS Learn how to prepare a simple business plan in arts-friendly language, and get help organizing the various aspects of your artistic practice and making informed business decisions.

Reserve equipment or a workstation today!

Our services, technology and space — your ROI. Explore our small business classes!

Farmington

Sat, July 13, 10 am–noon

Wescott

Tuesdays, 5–7 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

Place a hold on your next 2GO kit!

Explore the Possibilities STRESS FREE & FREE OF CHARGE www.dakotacounty.us/library

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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

To register for a program: 1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click View Full Calendar 2. By phone, call the location where the program is being held.

Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.

Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part 2

Learn how to better protect your digital life by discussing safe searching, ad blockers, secure home wireless networks, account security, encryption and VPNs. Prerequisite: Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part I. Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by MELSA. Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 21, 5:30–7:30 pm

Small business programs Microsoft Excel

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software through the example of a family budget.

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word or equivalent.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 17, 5:30–7:30 pm

Senior Surf Day

Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors.

Get hands-on computer experience with help from Senior LinkAge Line® representatives.

Prerequisite: None.

Presented in partnership with Minnesota Board on Aging and Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging.

Registration required.

Galaxie

Wed, July 24, 10:15 am–12:15 pm

Microsoft Word

Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing program. Create a document using many of the software features.

Learn to format, set margins and save your document. Prerequisite: Computer Basics class and/or ability to use the mouse.

Registration required.

Robert Trail

Wed, July 24, 5:30–7:30 pm

Protect Your Privacy: Staying Safe Online Part 1

From social media to search engines and email to online purchasing — modern life leaves digital footprints everywhere we go. Discover the tools and techniques you can use to protect your privacy, browse anonymously and encrypt information.

Prerequisite: None.

Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance and funded by Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Registration required.

Burnhaven

Wed, Aug. 14, 5:30–7:30 pm

Small Business Counseling with SCORE

Free confidential counseling from SCORE, a non-profit business counseling and mentoring organization.

An experienced SCORE counselor will help you navigate all aspects of planning or operating your small business.

Appointment required.

Email Ron at ron.seipp@ gmail.com.

Programs are subject to change without prior notice. For the most up-to-date program information, visit www.dakotacounty.us/library.

Supplies provided unless noted. *A Minnesota Legacy program. ** Sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Innovation Grant.

Work of Art

Learn a new set of business skills with this professional development series geared for artists in the visual, performing and literary arts. Attend any or all sessions. Presented by Springboard for the Arts.

Registration required for each session.

TOPIC: MARKETING ESSENTIALS Define your product, discover your target audience, make decisions about how you sell your work, and identify a budget and strategy for your artistic business.

Bring your ideas to life in the Library.

Explore our services!

From app design and blog content to 3D printing.

Farmington

Tue, June 18, 5:30–7:45 pm

TOPIC: BUSINESS PLAN ESSENTIALS Learn how to prepare a simple business plan in arts-friendly language, and get help organizing the various aspects of your artistic practice and making informed business decisions.

Reserve equipment or a workstation today!

Our services, technology and space — your ROI. Explore our small business classes!

Farmington

Sat, July 13, 10 am–noon

Wescott

Tuesdays, 5–7 pm June 18, July 16, Aug. 20

Place a hold on your next 2GO kit!

Explore the Possibilities STRESS FREE & FREE OF CHARGE www.dakotacounty.us/library

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Locations and contact information Renewal Line 651-450-2999 Library Administration 651-450-2925 askalibrarian@co.dakota.mn.us www.dakotacounty.us/library Check website for location hours

Burnhaven Library

1101 W. County Road 42 Burnsville 952-891-0300

Farmington Library 508 Third St. Farmington 651-438-0250

Galaxie Library

14955 Galaxie Ave. Apple Valley 952-891-7045

Heritage Library

20085 Heritage Drive Lakeville 952-891-0360

Inver Glen Library

8098 Blaine Ave. Inver Grove Heights 651-554-6840

Pleasant Hill Library

1490 S. Frontage Road Hastings 651-438-0200

Robert Trail Library 14395 S. Robert Trail Rosemount 651-480-1200

South St. Paul Library* 106 Third Ave. N. South St. Paul 651-554-3240

*Associate Library

Wentworth Library

199 E. Wentworth Ave. West St. Paul 651-554-6800

Wescott Library

1340 Wescott Road Eagan 651-450-2900

Locations and contact information Renewal Line 651-450-2999 Library Administration 651-450-2925 askalibrarian@co.dakota.mn.us www.dakotacounty.us/library Check website for location hours

Burnhaven Library

1101 W. County Road 42 Burnsville 952-891-0300

Farmington Library 508 Third St. Farmington 651-438-0250

Galaxie Library

14955 Galaxie Ave. Apple Valley 952-891-7045

Heritage Library

20085 Heritage Drive Lakeville 952-891-0360

Inver Glen Library

8098 Blaine Ave. Inver Grove Heights 651-554-6840

Pleasant Hill Library

1490 S. Frontage Road Hastings 651-438-0200

Robert Trail Library 14395 S. Robert Trail Rosemount 651-480-1200

South St. Paul Library* 106 Third Ave. N. South St. Paul 651-554-3240

*Associate Library

Wentworth Library

199 E. Wentworth Ave. West St. Paul 651-554-6800

Wescott Library

1340 Wescott Road Eagan 651-450-2900