Get ready for the All Ages Summer Reading Program!
Summer Reading Program kickoff with the Duluth Huskies
Saturday, June 8 • 10:30-11:30 am • Wade Stadium (101 N 35th Ave W.)
Help us kick off a fun summer of reading with the Duluth Huskies at Wade Stadium. Players will be reading stories and signing autographs—remember to bring your favorite ball, glove, or book to get it signed! Kids and teens in attendance will receive a free youth ticket (while supplies last) to the Books & Baseball Game on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Special thanks to the Duluth Huskies for supporting Summer Reading!
Save the date for the Friends of Duluth
Public Library annual Summer Book Sale!
Build your home library and contribute to a good cause at the same time! All proceeds go to support the Duluth Public Library in offering free events to the community. The four day sale takes place at the Main Library (520 W. Superior St.) on the Michigan St. level. This year, card processing will be available, in addition to cash and checks.
Monday, June 10• 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Members Pre-sale—become a member day of for early entry!
Tuesday, June 11 • 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Wednesday, June 12 • 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Thursday, June 13 • 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Bag Sale
Event Information
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
Photos may be taken for promotional purposes at library events.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please talk to library staff.
All DPL locations will be closed:
Monday, May 27 • Memorial Day
*Closed Saturdays May 25 - August 31
Free library programming is made possible by:
520 W. Superior Street • 218.730.4200
Monday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
*Closed Saturdays May 25 - August 31 105 Mt. Royal Shopping Circle • 218.730.4290
Monday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday CLOSED
5830 Grand Avenue
Monday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday CLOSED
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Master Gardener Series: Herbs (In-Person & Virtual)
Join us monthly to learn all about plants and gardening from St. Louis County Master Gardeners. Beginners to the plant life and seasoned growers alike are welcome to join! Please register on the event calendar at duluthlibrary.org to receive the Zoom link.
Thurs. May 2 6:00-7:00 pm Online
Searching for Medical Information with the Essentia Health Library
Learn how to find medical information from reliable sources with the Essentia Health Library. This Zoom program will cover where on the web to find trusted health information, clinical trials info, pill identifier resources, and healthy living tips. Medical issues can be confusing and frustrating. Knowing more about a medical issue can help a person feel empowered to advocate for themselves or loved ones. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Tues. May 7 6:00-7:00 pm Online
TWEENS & TEENS
Gaming in the Teen Space • Grades 6-12
Come to the Teen Space at the Main Library on the Superior St. level for gaming night! Choose from Nintendo Switch, board games, and more. Snacks will be served while they last. Tues. May 7 4:00-7:00 pm Teen Space
Miniature Painting 101 • Teens & Adults
Want to take your gaming to a new level? Curious to try painting on a 28mm-sized sculpture? This program is just for you. We will be covering the basics of miniature painting and everything to get you started in this art. Due to the level of the craft this program is suitable only for teens and adults. Registration required.
Sat. May 11 1:00-4:00 pm Green
Teen Anime and Manga Club • Grades 6-12
Meet fellow fans of Anime & Manga at the Main Library to hang out, watch anime. Drawing and craft activities will be available. Pizza served while it lasts. Exclusively for teens grades 6 – 12. Thurs. May 16 4:00-6:00 pm Green
Crafting in the Teen Space • Grades 6-12
Come to the teen space on the Superior street level to do crafts and have snacks while they last. We will have a different craft each time. If you have a craft request, please let Heidi know!
Tues. May 21 4:00-7:00 pm Teen Space
Did you know?
You can check out a pass to the Great Lakes Aquarium with your library card!
Call or stop by the library for more information.
History of Cycling • Adults
Join us for a presentation by the Cycling Museum of Minnesota about the history of cycling in Duluth, Minnesota, and beyond! Add your own chapter to cycling history this May for Transportation Month. This program is suitable for adults.
Sat. May 4 2:00-4:00 pm Green
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club • Adults
We will gather at The Loch Café (318 N 18th Ave E.) for the last Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club while we take a break for summer. We will discuss Red Rising, a dystopian epic and the first installment of an incredible series. In a world where being born a ‘Red’ means a life of impoverishment. Darrow, a Red, makes plans to demand more.
Thurs. May 16 5:30-6:30 pm The Loch Café
Miniature Painting 101 • Adults & Teens
Want to take your gaming to a new level? Curious to try painting on a 28mm-sized sculpture? This program is just for you. We will be covering the basics of miniature painting and everything to get you started in this art. Due to the level of the craft this program is suitable only for teens and adults. Registration is required.
Sat. May 11 1:00-4:00 pm Green
Mocktails • Adults
Mocktails are some of the most flavorful and underrated beverages! Learn about how to make an excellent mocktail with Jordan from Vikre Distillery. Craft the perfect nonalcoholic drink to set your summer off right. Please register on the library calendar at duluthlibrary.org to reserve your spot.
Tues. May 14 6:00-7:30 pm Green
Bike Repair Clinic with Continental Ski and Bike • Adults
How better to celebrate National Bike Month than by pulling out that old bike and giving it some new life? Or maybe your daily ride needs a tune-up? Bring your bike to the Main Library's Upper Plaza on West Superior Street to learn about bike maintenance essentials from the experts at Continental Ski and Bike!
Fri. May 17 12:00-1:00 pm Plaza
ART AT THE LIBRARY ADULTS
IT'S A TINY ART SHOW!
Stop by all three library locations to see our third annual All Ages Tiny Art Show! If you contributed a piece, it will be on display at the branch you dropped it off with. The show will run from May 6-31.
KIDS & THEIR CAREGIVERS
Family Story and Playtime • Birth to Kindergarten *
Start the morning with a storytime geared for kids ages birth to Kindergarten in the Gold Room from 10:15-10:45. You and your children will have fun while building essential early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Afterwards, head to the Green Room for open play (until 11:30 am) that builds both large and fine motor skills and helps get those wiggles out.
Every Wednesday 10:15-11:30 am Gold/Green
* Please note, there will be no Family Story and Playtime on the following dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (Juneteenth)
Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 Months *
Join us for a brief storytime, ideal for babies birth-24 months. Then stay for some early literacy playtime and socialization.
Every Thursday 10:15-10:45 am Gold
* Please note, there will be no Baby Storytime on the following dates: 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20
Play and Learn for Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers
Are you providing care for the children of a family member, neighbor, or friend? You and the children you care for are invited to come to the library for playtime and information-sharing. Connect with other caregivers while kids play. There will be gross and fine motor activities for all ages and stages between birth and five years. Resources and take-home supplies will available for all.
Mon. May 13 10:00-11:30 am Green
KIDS & TWEENS
Eye-Catching Experiments • Grades 2-5
Join us for colorful and dazzling science experiments. We will learn about color and light as we build our own kaleidoscopes. Then we will work with states of matter as we create our own lava lamps in this program focusing on STEM concepts. Registration required. Tues. May 7 4:30-5:30 pm Green
Kids’ Construction Series • Kids & Tweens
Do you love to build? In LEGO™ Club, create from your imagination or take on a challenge. For Builder’s Club, we’ll have KEVA Planks, K’nex, Squigz, straw toys, popsicle sticks and more!
BUILDER’S CLUB Wed. May 15 3:00-5:00 pm Gold
LEGO CLUB No LEGO club for May. Stay tuned!
Beginning May 1, follow the QR code to sign up for the DPL Summer Reading Program!
Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 months
Join us for a brief storytime ideal for babies of birth age to 24 months, then stay for some early literacy playtime and socialization.
Every Tuesday 10:15-10:45 am Blue
Mt. Royal Book Club: Killers of the Flower Moon • Adults
Meet to discuss fiction and non-fiction! May’s selected title is Killers of the Flower Moon, by David Grann, a compelling chronicle of one of the most chilling series of crimes in American history –the Osage Murders. June’s title: Virgil Wander by Leif Enger.
Wed. May 1 3:00-4:00 pm Blue
Wed. June 5 3:00-4:00 pm 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
Crafternoon • Pre-K to Grade 5
Get crafty! Projects change from month to month. No experience necessary and all supplies are provided! Geared to Pre-K-grade 5.
Fri. May 3 3:00-4:00 pm Blue
The Twin Ports Genealogical Society Annual Meeting & Election
The Twin Ports Genealogical Society (TPGS) will be holding an election for the Vice President and one board member. Consider becoming active in running our organization. TPGS promotes general interest in genealogy in the greater Twin Ports area, assists in preserving historical records, and helps individuals with their family research. Attend in person or register to attend via Zoom.
Mon. May 6 6:00-7:30 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
Chess Club • All Ages
Players of all ages and 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. Thurs. May 16 6:00-7:00 pm Evergreen
West Duluth Book Club • Adults
West Duluth Book Club meets monthly and is open to the public. Members select both fiction and nonfiction titles. Check in at the service desk for the current book of the month so you can join!
Fri. May 17 3:45-4:45 pm Evergreen
Craft Supply Swap • All Ages
Join us for the second annual FREE craft supply exchange at the Mount Royal Branch Library! Pick up some new-to-you, gently used craft supplies to revitalize your stock. All items will be free, but please be mindful so that everyone has a chance to browse.
Wed. May 8 3:00-6:00 pm Blue
Early entry for those who donated in April: 2:00-3:00 pm
STEAM Club • Kids and Tweens
Calling all scientists! Explore the wonder of the natural world, build amazing inventions, and solve problems using Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in this monthly series. For May, we will explore rockets and other things that fly! Registration is required— choose between two time slots.
Fri. May 17 2:00-3:00 pm | 3:30-4:30 pm Blue
Fri. June 28 2:00-3:00 pm | 3:30-4:30 pm Blue
Grad Cap Decorating Session • Teens & Adults
Are you a 2024 graduate? Congratulations! Do you have a graduation cap that needs some extra *sparkle*? Stop by to personalize your cap for the big day. All art supplies will be provided, but remember to bring your graduation cap!
Wed. May 22 3:30-5:30 pm Blue
Punch Needle Crafting for Teens • Teens
Learn the basics of punch needle embroidery, then pick from several sweet projects to work on during the program. Bring a friend and leave with a new piece of art! All supplies are provided, no need to register.
Fri. May 24 3:30-4:30 pm Blue
STEM Bots • Kids & Tweens
Learn and play with robots! Participants will be introduced to coding with various, easy-to-program robots. These little bots open up the creative side of coding, while promoting problem-solving skills, communication, and teamwork!
Mon. May 20 3:30-4:30 pm Evergreen
Lend Me Your Gear: Finding Free Resources in Duluth • Adults
Do you know all of the lending services in Duluth? Tools, gardening supplies, sports equipment, and seed libraries can help families and individuals save money or find out if they want to invest in their own supplies one day. Join to learn what's available!
Thurs. May 23 6:00-7:00 pm Evergreen
Swedish Folk Painting for Seniors • Seniors
A painting class just for adults ages 55+, led by Alison Aune, a professor of Art Education at UMD. Explore Kurbit Dalmålning, also known as kurbits painting or Dala painting, and create your own interpretation of the tradition using a contemporary color palette. All materials provided. Limited space, please register.
Fri. May 24 10:00 am -1:00 pm Evergreen
