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Library News & Events - For Adults
June 2019
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Read Down Your Fines!
Do you have overdue fines on your library card? Do you feel guilty whenever you check out more materials because you still owe money? Or maybe your card is blocked, and you can't check out at all. First of all, DON'T feel guilty! We understand that life happens, and sometimes books and other materials don't come back on time. But here's good news: the Great Summer Read Down has begun!
This is how it works. Come down to the library and bring a book (print or eBook) to read. When you arrive, let library staff know that you want to participate in Read Down. They will note the time, and you can begin to read. For every 20 minutes you read in the library, you'll earn $2.00 off of your late fees. Read longer, and your fines will get smaller. You can also reduce the fines on a family member's or friend's card. And the best news is that Read Down lasts until August 31st, so you have all summer to work on this!
The fine print: Read Down has no cash value and cannot be applied to future charges. Read Down only applies to late fees - printing, lost item, and interlibrary loan charges are not eligible for Read Down. And finally, Read Down only works when you're reading in the library.
Why do we do this? We love reading, and want to be sure that you can indulge too!
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Book Club Honors One of their Own
The Northwood Readers Book Club, established in 1999, will celebrate its 20th anniversary this November. Long-time book club member Judy Haugh passed away in 2018. To honor Judy's memory, the book club and her children, Peter and Jenn Haugh, donated funds for book club kits at the Scott County Library, encouraging others to form friendships through a love and discussion of books. Group members and Judy's son are pictured with book club kit titles that Judy and the book club members enjoyed discussing. Irving Stone said it best, "There are no faster or firmer friendships than those formed between people who love the same book".
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Events & Classes this Month
Art Objectified: Collecting in Russia
Tuesday, June 4th, 2:00-3:30pm
Shakopee Library
Russian collectors have had a unique role in bringing art into the country's aesthetic mainstream. From indigenous art forms such as icons, to Western art forms such as paintings, men and institutions have used their resources to inform culture and advance artistic perspectives. Join Carol Rudie as she examines these collections and the motives of the collectors.
Saturday, June 15th, 10:30am-12:00pm
Shakopee Library
The Minnesota River flows through downtown Shakopee, which can be a blessing or a curse. Learn about the floods, the drownings, the steamboats, the ferries, and the bridges that made Shakopee the place to live. Presented by David R. Schleper, Vice-President of the Shakopee Heritage Society.
Thursday, June 20th, 6:30-8:00pm, with Dance Instruction 6:00-6:30pm
Club Prior / Prior Lake Library
The Moonlight Serenaders is a 14-piece, Glenn Miller style dance band. The band has been performing in the metro area for over 30 years and is a staple for swing dance night at the Wabasha Street Caves. Beginning at 6:00 pm, Christopher Yaeger will teach us some steps that will keep us movin' and groovin' through the night.
Monday, June 24th, 6:00-8:00pm
Belle Plaine Library
Join Scott County Library and Smalltown Eclectic as we present Loud! at the Library, an open mic and art night. This month, Midwest CMA Americana Band of the Year Carolyn and Jason from the Jason Paulson Band will join us for a special performance.
Ongoing Programs
Every 2nd Thursday, 5:00-7:00pm
Savage Library
The South Metro Chapter of SCORE presents free, confidential small business counseling, coaching and mentoring once a month.
Pre-registration is required.
Legal Clinics
Every 2nd Monday, 4:00-6:00pm
Law Library
The Scott County Law Library is offering a free 30-minute consultation with a volunteer family law attorney. This clinic is only for people with family law issues. These issues include divorce, custody, child support and parenting time. This clinic is NOT for persons currently represented by an attorney.
Pre-registration is required.
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 4:00-6:00pm
Law Library
If you are representing yourself in Scott County Housing or Conciliation Court and need help filling out paperwork or preparing the required forms - this clinic may help you!
Two volunteer attorneys will be available for 20-minute consultations to get your questions answered. This clinic is a first come-first served clinic. No registration required.
For more information, or to register for these events, click on the blue program links above.
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Computer & Technology Classes
(Advanced Registration Required)
Registration for the following classes begins in June!
Tuesday, June 25th
Shakopee Library
Discover how to use open source resources such as WordPress to develop a free or inexpensive website for your small business, community organization, nonprofit, or blog. Learn how to set up a mobile-friendly site, how to navigate settings, and offer tips on how to generate traffic. Please bring your own laptop or device.
Thursday, June 27th, 6:00-8:00pm
New Prague Library
Mobile devices are a serious investment as well as a storehouse of personal data and online activity, so they've become an essential part of our lives, but also targets of hackers and thieves. 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. Whether you use an iPhone or Android, make sure your smartphone is safe.
Monday, July 8th, 6:00-8:00pm
Savage Library
Every business and organization needs a brand to successfully communicate with current and prospective customers, members, or donors. Your brand is more than just a logo; it's your story. Who are you, what do you do, and why? You'll leave this course with an action plan for successfully developing and implementing your organization's brand across a website, in social media, and in print. Bring your own laptop or device if possible.
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To register for any class, click here or on the blue hyperlinked title above, or contact your local Scott County Library branch.
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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 - Book to be determined. Please call the library for more information.
Jordan Library Book Club
- will take a break this summer, and resume in September.
Savage Pagers Book Clu
b - will discuss A House Among the Trees by Julia Glass.
Between the Covers Book Group (Savage)
- will discuss Destiny of the Republic: a Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard.
New members welcome!
Minnesota History Book Club (New Prague) - will discuss
Laura Ingalls Wilder: Pioneer Girl: The Annotated Autobiography by Laura Ingalls Wilder and Pamela Smith Hill. This is a NEW book group, and new members are welcome!
Check the Events & Classes
calendar for specific dates, times, and other details.
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