Event Information
For additional information and to register online: www.duluthlibrary.org/programs-events
For questions and to register by phone:
Main Library events: 218.730.4200
Mount Royal Branch events: 218.730.4290
West Duluth Branch events: 218.730.4280
Please note that all children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
For questions about accessibility, contact webmail@duluthmn.gov
ONLINE AND OFFSITE
Master Gardener Series: Fall Foraging • Adults
Ross Johnson will present on foraging. Duluth and the surrounding area provides a rich landscape for finding food and there is much to learn about the bounty this land has to share. Registration is required (to receive the Zoom link) at duluthlibrary.org.
Thurs. October 3 6:00-7:00 pm Online
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club: Gideon the Ninth • Adults
Gideon is ready to abandon a life of servitude and an afterlife as a reanimated corpse. She packs up her sword, her shoes, and her dirty magazines, and prepares to launch her daring escape. Will she succeed? New members always welcome! No registration.
The Loch Café 318 N 18th Ave. E
Thurs. October 10 6:00-8:00 pm
Adventure Book Club: The Lost Supper • Adults
Meet at the Lincoln Park Pavilion to discuss Tara Grescoe’s The Lost Supper: Searching for the Future of Food in the Flavors of the Past. We will discuss this world tour of archaeology before setting off on an optional, gentle hike led by Duluth Parks and Recreation. Registration is required.at duluthmn.gov/parks.
Lincoln Park 25th Avenue West & 5th Street
Fri. October 11 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Pumpkin Palooza • All Ages
Celebrate fall with a pumpkin-themed storytime at 10:00, followed by drop-in pumpkin decorating and fun from 10:30 and on. B-Y-Opumpkin if you have them. The Whole Foods Co-op will share a limited supply of pumpkins—first-come, first-served. All painting and carving supplies provided. Presented in partnership with Duluth Parks & Rec.
Harrison Park 3002 W. 3rd Street
Sat. October 12 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Ancestry 101 • Adults
Our local history librarian will take you through the basics of AncestryLibrary™. This library edition of Ancestry.com is available on all library computers across our three locations. Registration required to receive the zoom link.
Tues. October 22 6:00-7:00 pm Online
Monstrous Crafts • All Ages
Calling monsters of all ages: drop by to wreak havoc at the library! Play festive games and craft seasonal items like witch hats and paper plate scarecrows. Costumes are welcome!
Sat. October 12 2:00-4:00 pm Green
Oferenda Frames: Celebrating Día de Muertos
Decorate a special picture frame to honor a departed loved one and add it to our community display. Bring a photo you would like to use—staff can make copies of originals, and all supplies are provided. Drop in anytime! We will gather in the Local History Center, on the 2nd floor of the Main Library.
Thurs. October 17 4:00-7:30 pm
KIDS & THEIR CAREGIVERS
Play & Learn for Family, Friend, and Neighbor Care Providers
Are you caring for the children of a family member, friend, or neighbor? Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, singing, and playing together with the little ones in your care. Meet other care providers and learn about how you can support skill-building and learning. All participants will receive free books, supplies, and snacks. Both children and their caregivers are welcome!
Fri. October 18 10:00-11:30 am Green
Eerie Science • Grades 2-5
In this STEM program we are celebrating the month of October and the silly, creepy, crawly fun that comes with it. We will conduct hands-on experiments with pumpkins, slime, and other weird textures. Recommended for grades 2-5. Registration is required. Tues. October 22 4:30-5:30 pm Green
Mini Monster Mash • Birth to Pre-K
Drop in for a ghoulishly good dance party, craft, and play time. At 11:00 am we will line up for a costume parade and Trick-orTreating around the library. Geared for ages birth to Pre-K, but all children and their caregivers are welcome!
Thurs. October 31 10:00-11:30 am Green
STORYTIMES
Family Storytime & Discovery • Birth to Kindergarten
Start the morning with stories, songs, and movement, then, continue learning through explorative play builds early STEAM skills, creativity, and curiosity. Storytime: 10:15 STEAM: 10:45 Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 am Gold
Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 Months
Join us for a brief storytime, ideal for babies birth-24 months. Stay afterwards for some early literacy playtime and socialization. Thursdays 10:15-10:45 am Gold
KIDS, TWEENS, TEENS
¡Corazones y Flores! • Elementary Age to Teen
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month and Día de Muertos with colorful crafts. Learn about traditional Repujado (embossed), art, craft corazones (hearts), paper flores (flowers) and more!
Geared to school age kids and teens and their families. Sat. October 5 1:00-3:00 pm Green
Hocus Pocus Bingo & Movie • Elementary Age to Teen
It’s all a bunch of Hocus Pocus!” Enjoy the classic 1993 film while playing Hocus Pocus-themed bingo. Crafts and coloring available before the film starts at 2:00. Runs 95 minutes; rated PG. Fri. October 18 1:30-4:00 pm Green
Builder’s Club • Elementary Age to Teen
Build with materials like LEGO®, cardboard, popsicle sticks, and everyday objeects! Try a themed challenge or just free build.
Tues. October 1 4:00-6:00 pm Green
Tues. October 29 4:00-6:00 pm Green
JUST FOR TWEENS & TEENS
Gaming in the Teen Space • Grades 6-12
Stop by the Teen Space for some gaming! Play the Nintendo Switch, board games, and more. Snacks while they last!
Tues. October 8 4:00-7:00 pm Teen Space
Teen Anime and Manga Club • Grades 6-12
Watch Anime, create, play games, and hang out with others who love Anime & Manga! Pizza served while it lasts.
Thurs. October 17 4:00-6:00 pm Green
Vincent van Ghosts & Ghostbusters • Grades 6-12
Create your own “Vincent van Ghost” painting by adding ghosts and other creatures to pre-existing art, all while watching the movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Film runs 114 minutes, rated PG-13. Snacks and candy will be provided! No registration needed.
Thurs. October 31 4:00-6:00 pm Green
STEAM FOR TEENS & ADULTS
Tinkercad 101: Make Your Own Jack O’ Lantern
Learn how to navigate and use Tinkercad, a free online 3D modeling software, that allows you to create anything that you can imagine. Suitable for ages 13 and older, through adult.
Thurs. October 24 5:30-7:30 pm Green
FOR ADULTS
Papel Picados y Papel Flores • Adults
Celebrate Dίa de los Muertos and learn how to paper-craft key elements of any ofrenda: papel picados y papel flores. Those who are simply interested in paper crafts are also welcome to attend. Registration required. Due to skills needed, geared to adults. Tues. October 1 5:30-7:30 pm Gold
Heck of a New Deal: Federal Arts Projects in MN • Adults
Incorporating humor and history, Sue and Brian Matuszak will talk about Minnesota’s artists and the public artworks they created throughout the Arrowhead during the Federal Art Project in 1935. Many pieces are still around to see, while others have mysteriously (and not so mysteriously) disappeared. No registration needed. Tues. October 8 5:00-6:00 pm Green
Leveraging NaNoWriMo to Write that Book • Adults
Prepare for National Novel Writing Month with local author Gina Ramsey, who used leveraged NaNoWriMo to complete her first book, Burnt Gloveboxes: Embracing Life When It Goes Up In Flames. Gina is dedicated to supporting fellow writers by connecting them with experts in writing, publishing, and marketing.
Tues. October 15 6:00-7:30 pm Green
Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 months
Join us for a brief storytime or babies birth age to 24 months, then stay for some early literacy playtime and socialization.
Every Tuesday 10:15-10:45 am Blue
Family Storytime • Birth to Kindergarten
Join us every Thursday for stories, songs, and fingerplays! These storytimes are for children birth to age 5 and their grown-ups.
Every Thursday
10:15-10:45 am Blue
Mt. Royal Book Club: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
In the Midnight Library, Nora Seed has a chance to make things right and answer the ultimate question: what is the best way to live?
New members welcome! Nov.: The Birchbark House Louise Erdrich.
Wed. October 2 3:00-4:00 pm Blue
Twin Ports Genealogical Society Meeting • Adults
Joyce Peterson will be presenting “Moving Backwards: From Duluth Records to Sweden." This program may be attended in person or via zoom. Registration is only required to access the Zoom. Visit duluthlibrary.org to register.
Mon. October 7 6:00-7:30 pm Blue/Online
Crafternoon • Pre-K to Grade 5
Join Mt. Royal staff for a variety of crafts. No experience necessary. Supplies are provided. Best suited for ages Pre-K to Grade 5. Fri. October 11 3:00-4:00 pm Blue
Family Storytime • Birth to Kindergarten
Join us each Wednesday morning for stories, songs, and fingerplays for children from birth to kindergarten and their grown-ups.
Every Wednesday 10:15-10:45 am Alcove
Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 months
Join us for a brief storytime ideal for babies 0-24 months, then stay for some early literacy playtime and socialization.
Every Friday 2:30-3:00 pm Alcove
Read to a Dog with Dooley! • Kids and Tweens
Dooley is a registered Pet Partners™ therapy dog and loves to be read to! Reading spots will be given on a first-come-first-served basis. For kids and tweens.
Tues. October 15 3:30-4:30 pm Blue Tues. November 19 3:30-4:30 pm Blue
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Series • Teens
It's all fun and games until someone rolls a 1... Become heroes of a fantastical world in a guided D&D campaign. For teens only! Space is limited so registration is required.
Wed. October 16 4:00-6:00 pm Blue
Zoomobile: Animals of North America • Kids and Tweens
Connect with local wildlife while learning how they adapt to our changing seasons. Registration required. Two times available. Fri. October 18 11:00-11:30 am/11:30 am-12:00 pm
Fall in Love with Soap-Making • Adults
Fall in love with a new hobby and learn how to use a melt-and-pour soap base to make fun, festive décor for your sink! This program is best suited for adults. Registration is required to reserve your spot. Mon. October 21 6:30-7:30 pm Blue
HalloTeen Party! • Kids and Tweens
Join other tweens and teens in the Blue Room for some seasonal snacks and creepy crafts. Stop by on your own or bring a friend! Wed. October 30 5:00-7:00 pm Blue
Not-so-scary Storytime • Birth to Kindergarten
Seasonal stories and fun. Come in your favorite costume and take part in the costume parade around the library after! Thurs. October 31 10:15-10:45 am Blue
Chess Club Series • All Ages
Players of all experience levels are invited! Learn the basics of chess, then put your knowledge into action. Supplies provided; bring your own board if you like. Registration required at duluthlibrary.org. Recurs monthly.
Thurs. October 17
West Duluth Book Club • Adults
5:00-7:00 pm Evergreen
Members select both fiction and nonfiction titles. The group meets monthly and all are welcome! Ask for titles at the service desk.
Fri. October 18 3:45-4:45 pm Evergreen
Pumpkin Putt-Putt • All Ages
Stop by and make your way around the library on our mini golf course, filled with creepy obstacles and seasonal themes. All ages and families welcome for indoor fall fun. Costumes encouraged!
Teen DIY Makeup Remover • Tweens & Teens
Skincare that’s sustainable! Create your own natural makeup remover and washable cloth wipes. This program includes handsewing and measuring, with assistance from staff if needed. Exclusively for ages 11-18. Space is limited, registration required.
Tues. October 8 3:30-4:45 pm Evergreen
Bluey Book Bingo • All Ages
For real life! Win books and Bluey door prizes in our all ages Bluey Book Bingo! Win or lose – everyone leaves with a Bluey Sticker and Bookmark.
Tues. October 15 6:00-7:00 pm Evergreen
Tues. October 22 2:00-4:00 pm Evergreen
Fabric Design with Kirsten Aune • Adults
Join local artist and business owner, Kirsten Aune, for a presentation on the colorful textiles she has produced for over two decades and exhibited in the U.S. and Europe. Aune will share about her creative process and where her inspiration is rooted. Registration is required. For adults.
Thurs. October 24 6:00-7:00 pm Evergreen
Halloween Costume Parade • All Ages
Join us for a special costume parade through the library, Senior Center, Fire Station, and Police Department! Stop by anytime for non-candy treats.
Thurs. October 31 10:15-10:45 am Alcove