Library News & Events - For Adults
                       August 2017
The State Fair is just around the corner - want to save some money on tickets?  Play hooky on Wednesday, August 30th, and get discounted tickets on "Read & Ride Day".  All you have to do is show your library card at the gate to get the discount (one discount per card, so be sure everyone in your group has their card). Discounts range from $2-$3 off the regular ticket price, and there will also be special ride and game promotions offered for everyone at Mighty Midway and Kidway all day. 

Visit with Scott Library staff in Carousel Park (in front of the Grand Stand) and enjoy special Read & Ride library events from 9 am to 5 pm in nearby Dan Patch Park, including comedy acts, music, and book fortunetellers.

For more information on Read & Ride Day, visit here. 
Business Advice from an Expert                                               

Do you need some advice on running your business?  Need someone to run a business idea by?  A South Metro SCORE counselor visits the Savage Library the second Thursday of each month to help entrepreneurs and small business owners evaluate and prepare plans, stabilize, grow, innovate and succeed.

Counselors are are real-world professionals with time-tested knowledge, from all facets of the business world.  They are experts in such areas as accounting, finance, marketing, real estate, business acquisition and sale, management and business plan preparation.

To schedule your consultation, call the library at 952-707-1770, or register online  here.
Upcoming Events

August 3rd, 10:00 am-8:00 pm 
August 4th, 10:00-5:00 pm
August 5th, 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Shakopee Library

Looking for some new books to add to your collection? Check out the Shakopee Friends Book Sale for great deals on gently-used books.  All proceeds from the sale support children and adult programs at the Shakopee Library.


August 28th, 6:00-8:00 pm
Belle Plaine Library

The Scott County Library and Smalltown Eclectic present Loud! at the Library -- an open mic and art night. Open Mic is open to ages 12-112, with 5 minutes allotted per act.  All genres are welcome. The Art Exhibit is also open to all ages. All mediums welcome. For more information, click here.

Computer & Technology Classes
(Advanced Registration Required)

PowerPoint Basics
August 9th, 6:00-8:00 pm
Scott County Government Center
200 Fourth Avenue W., Shakopee

Prerequisite: Ability to use the keyboard and mouse. Learn how to format slide text, add images, and select transitions for your presentation.  Taught by the Science Museum of Minnesota Computer Education Center, funded by the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA).

Senior Surf - Learn to Use the Internet
August 23rd, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
New Prague Library

Adults 55+ are invited to a free session to learn how to use a computer and surf the Internet! These classes are geared to older adults who have little or no experience with computers. Learn how to type in a web address and navigate between web pages, determine if a website is secure, conduct searches using common search engines, and access Internet sites that will assist you in finding information (including Medicare.gov, MinnesotaHelp.info, and more). 


Click on the blue hyperlink title to register for each computer class.
Book Clubs

Want to talk with like-minded individuals about books, and socialize at the same time? Attend one of the monthly library-sponsored book clubs! 

This month's reading and discussions:

Prior Lake Library Book Club - will discuss Between the World and Me  by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

New Prague Page Turners Book Club - will discuss Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly.

Jordan Library Book Club - will discuss We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves  by Karen Joy Fowler.   We are actively looking to add additional readers --  join us just this month or every month!

Savage Pagers Book Club* - will discuss Miss Dreamsville and the Collier County Women's Literary Society by Amy Hill Hearth . 
*Please note that although this book group is full and not taking new members, we would like to begin a second group. Please let staff at the Savage Library know if you are interested in joining this new group! You can email the Savage Library or call 952.707.1770.


Check all book club listings  here for dates, times, and other details.


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