Events for you

Monthly Immunization Clinics

Dakota County offers recommended immunizations for eligible children and adults. Visit www.dakotacounty.us, search clinics, or call 952-891-7999 for more information.

Fix-It Clinics

Get free help fixing everything from sweaters to lamps. www.dakotacounty.us, search fix-it clinic.

• March 19, 1–4 p.m., Wentworth Library, West St. Paul

• April 15, noon–3 p.m., Pleasant Hill Library, Hastings

• May 21, 1–4 p.m., Heritage Library, Lakeville

• June 17, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Wescott Library, Eagan

• July 15, noon–3 p.m., Farmington Library, Farmington

• Aug. 19, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Inver Glen Library, Inver Grove Heights

March

Author Matt Goldman

Matt Goldman, New York Times bestselling author, playwright and Emmy Award-winning television writer for shows, including “Seinfeld” and “Ellen,” will discuss his new book “Carolina Moonset” on Wednesday, March 29 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Heritage Library, Lakeville.

March–April

Recycling Ambassador Course

Learn to reduce waste, recycle more and inspire others to do the same, during this six-week virtual course on Tuesdays, March 21–April 25, 6–8 p.m. Field trips planned. Program graduates volunteer 30 hours to put their skills to work.

(Formerly called the Master Recycler/ Composter program.)

Ukulele Storytime

Sing along with Ms. Rose and her ukulele to explore interactive songs, movement and more. Geared for youth ages 3–5 with caregivers. Siblings welcome.

• Wescott Library

Tuesday, March 28, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

• Galaxie Library

Saturday, April 22, 10:30–11:15 a.m.

March–May

Salt Take Back

Dakota County will accept unused, clean salt from winter maintenance professionals to prevent improper disposal. Call 651-755-3121 for an appointment from March 1–May 31.

March–October

Landscaping for Clean Water

Learn simple yard landscaping that also improves water quality and provides pollinator habitat during virtual workshops. www.dakotaswcd.org, search landscaping

April

Outdoor Gear Swap

Swap your usable outdoor clothing and equipment for something new to you on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m.–noon at Dakota Lodge at Thompson County Park, West St. Paul. Free.

Author Frank Weber

Meet author Frank F. Weber as he discusses his background in forensic work, demonstrates a lie detector test and shares stories of victim survival, including those in his latest true crime mysteries set in Minnesota — “Black and Blue” and “The Haunted House of Hillman” — on Monday, April 10 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Wescott Library, Eagan. Book signings planned.

WHEP volunteering

Volunteer with the Wetland Health Evaluation Program to help monitor county wetlands this summer. Registration opens Monday, April 3. www.dakotacounty.us, search WHEP

Lounging with Lizards

Meet exotic lizards from around the world during these hands-on library events. Presented by Snake Discovery. Geared for youth ages 5 and older.

• Inver Glen Library

Saturday, April 22, 10–10:45 a.m.

• Burnhaven Library

Saturday, April 29, 3–4:15 p.m.

Join author Ruta Sepetys as she discusses her book “I Must Betray You” on Saturday, April 22 from 7:30–9:30 p.m. at Lakeville Area Arts Center. Geared for adults. Free tickets are required. Visit www.lakevillemn.gov, search Ruta Sepetys. Additional events related to the book will be hosted at Heritage Library.

April–May

Plant for pollinators

Learn ways to dedicate a space for nature in your yard and how to choose which species are best suited to your goals. Presented by Dakota County Parks. Geared for adults. Registration required.

• Wentworth Library

Friday, April 21, 1–2:30 p.m.

• Inver Glen Library

Tuesday, May 2, 6–7:30 p.m.

• Heritage Library

Saturday, May 6, 1–2:30 p.m.

May

Plant sale

Buy tomato plants, peppers, native plants, and landscape annual and perennial plants at the Dakota County Master Gardeners Plant Sale Saturday, May 20 from 8 a.m.–noon at the Whitetail Woods Regional Park Empire Shelter.

Tour de Trash

Learn about waste and recycling during a field trip to a compost site, landfill, recycling center and The Recycling Zone on Tuesday, May 2 from 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Open to all Dakota County residents age 16 and older. $10 fee includes busing and lunch.

Bison welcoming event

Celebrate the return of bison to Dakota County prairieland during a welcoming event with opportunities to see the bison and enjoy other park activities in May at Spring Lake Park Reserve. Event details to be released in April at www.dakotacounty.us/parks, search bison