THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 |
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East Central Regional Library Events |
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Statewide Book Read: Mystery Awaits |
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It’s time for a mystery! The fifth featured book in our statewide book club, One Book | One Minnesota, is the award-winning Murder on the Red River by Marcie Rendon. Both the ebook and audiobook are available on eBooks Minnesota now through September 26, 2021.
Did you know that eBooks Minnesota is one of the many fantastic free databases that can be found on our website? Learn more. |
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ROCKET LAUNCHING AT THE LIBRARY
Saturday, Sept. 18th, 10:30am-11:30am
Cambridge Public Library
Registration opens Aug. 21st
Love rockets? You are invited to launch a soda bottle rocket at the Cambridge Library! We will be building our own rockets and launching them from the lawn on the Fern Street side of the building. All materials will be supplied.
Recommended for ages 10 and up. Parents and siblings are welcome, but please limit one sign-up per family. Registration is required and space is limited.
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BUTTERFLY MASK TAKE HOME KIT
Regionwide Program
Registration opens Sept. 6th
The end of summer is approaching, so let's celebrate with one last bright, summery craft! Register for one of our Butterfly Mask Kits to help keep the color of summer around for just a little while longer. Each kit includes materials to make one mask, instructions, and some info about these colorful insects. You will need to supply scissors and glue.
Recommended for ages 5 and up. Limited to 2 kits per family. Registration is required.
-Kits will be sent to the library of your choice beginning Monday, Sept. 20th
Sponsored by the Aitkin Public Library
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VIRTUAL DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Adult Edition
Monday, Aug. 23rd, 4-6pm
Register today!
Teen Edition
Monday, Sept. 13th, 4-6pm
Register today!
Have you been curious about playing Dungeons & Dragons? Are you looking for a new group to play with? Everyone is welcome! Join us via Zoom for an adventure filled with mystery and magic!
Unwind and escape into a new world while meeting and socializing with others who enjoy role-playing games. Rules and pre-made characters will be available for all! We will be playing using the 5th Edition rules. The adult edition is for players age 18 and up.
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SPICED! FLAVORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Regionwide Program
Register today!
Explore a new spice each month by participating in this event, which will provide you with a unique opportunity to learn about the different flavors that spices bring to our food. You'll also learn the rich history and culture of each spice. Each take-home kit will include a sample of the spice as well as a few recipes.
The featured spice for August is Berbere.
This program is recommended for teens and adults, and registration is required.
-Kits will be sent to the library of your choice the week of Aug. 30th. Kits limited to one per household.
Sponsored by the Chisago Lakes Friends of the Library.
FOOD ALLERGY DISCLAIMER: East Central Regional Library is not responsible for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with while participating in this event. Those concerned with food allergies should participate at their own risk.
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Friends of the Library Happenings |
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MCGREGOR AREA FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, Aug. 19th, 2pm-3pm
Everyone is invited to the McGregor Area Friends of the Library meeting. The Friends is a group that volunteers, fundraises, and serves as advocates for the library.
The Friends group meets at 2 p.m. the third Thursday of every month in the McGregor Library meeting room. No registration necessary. Questions? Call the library at 218-768-3305 or check out the Friends' Facebook page.
Book Sale:
Friday, Sept. 3rd, 10am-4pm
Saturday, Sept. 4th, 10am-4pm
Browse the Friends of the McGregor Library annual book sale during Wild Rice Days. Choose from a large selection of books of all genres, DVDs, and more available for purchase. This event will take place in the library's meeting room, and everyone is welcome!
On Saturday, Sept. 4th, remember to check out the Friends of the Library's booth along Maddy Street before the parade!
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MORA FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING
Thursday, Aug. 26th, 10:30am-12pm
Love your library? Join the Friends! The Friends of the Mora Library are hosting their monthly meeting on Zoom to discuss upcoming library events and projects. Register and you will receive further information on how to join the meeting. If you have any questions about the Friends, or if you've never used Zoom before, please reach out to Branch Librarian Katherine at (320) 679-2642. Don't forget to follow the Friends on Facebook.
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CHISAGO LAKES FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING
Thursday, Sept. 2nd, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Everyone is invited to the Chisago Lakes Friends of the Library meeting. The Friends are a group of volunteers who support the library through volunteer work and advocating for the library.
The Friends group meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Chisago Lakes Area Library. No registration necessary. Questions? Call the library at 651-257-2817 or visit the Friends' Facebook page.
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, NORTH BRANCH
Wednesdays, Sept. 8th - Dec. 15th
10:30am-11:00am
North Branch Area Library
Join us for storytime with Miss Amelia in the North Branch Area Library Community Room. Together we will have fun, sing songs, read books, and learn! Afterward, there will be time for crafts, activities, or play.
Preschool Storytime is designed for children ages 3-5, and siblings are always welcome. No registration necessary. Questions? Please call the library at 651-674-8443.
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STORYTIME IN SANDSTONE
Saturday, Sept. 11th
10:00am-10:30am
Sandstone Farmer's Market
Join Mr. Josh for a special storytime at the Sandstone Farmers Market! We will read stories, sing songs, dance dances, and have a great time! This program is intended for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Caregivers are encouraged to bring their own chairs if sitting on the ground poses difficulty.
The Sandstone Farmers Market is located at Train Park on Main Street in Sandstone, about a block west of the library. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. The final storytime in this series will take place Saturday, Oct. 9th.
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MILACA STORYTIME WITH ECFE
Tuesdays, Sept. 14th - Dec. 14th
10:30am-11:30am
Milaca Community Library
We're excited to continue to team up with Early Childhood Family Education. The Milaca Community Library is providing the space, and ECFE is providing the storyteller and activities. Each storytime consists of a story, fingerplays, songs, and crafts. Recommended for children of preschool age. Siblings are always welcome. No registration necessary.
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EVENING STORYTIME, CAMBRIDGE
Tuesdays, Sept. 14th - Oct. 26th
5:00pm-5:30pm
Cambridge Public Library
Children and their families are invited to Evening Storytime at the Cambridge Library! Join us for stories, songs, and play in the Great Northern Room in the lower level of the library. Recommended for ages 5-8, and siblings are welcome. Registration is required for each child participating. Questions? Call the library at 763-689-7390.
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MORNING STORYTIME, CAMBRIDGE
Wednesdays, Sept. 15th - Oct. 27th
10:30am-11:00am
Cambridge Public Library
Join us for storytime with Miss Kirsten! Together we will have fun, sing songs, read books, and learn! We will meet in the Great Northern Room in the lower level of the library. Afterward, there will be time for crafts, activities, or play.
Preschool Storytime is designed for children ages 3-5, and siblings are always welcome. Space is limited, and registration is required for each child participating. Questions? Call the library at 763-689-7390.
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MORA BOOK CLUB (AT LIBRARY PARK)
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 15TH
1:30PM-2:30PM
Join the Mora Library Book Club on the third Wednesday of every month from 1:30-2:30 p.m. We will be meeting in person at Library Park, unless otherwise specified. Please bring your own chair. No registration necessary.
This month we are reading The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens. Copies are available in our Library Catalog. In the event of inclement weather, Book Club will be canceled.
Questions? Reach out to Mora Branch Librarian, Katherine, at (320) 679-2642. For current services and hours, visit the Mora Public Library page at ecrlib.org.
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PINE CITY BOOK GROUP (AT THE LIBRARY)
THURSDAY, SEPT. 16TH
10:00AM-12:00PM
Join us for Book Group on the patio at the Pine City Library. Book group is held on the third Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is hosted by Pine City Librarian, Heidi. This month we are reading The Sworn Virgin by Kristopher Dukes.
Copies of the book are available in a book club kit at the Pine City Library. Stop by the library and speak with staff about signing out a copy, or call (320) 629-6403 to arrange a curbside pick-up. You can also request to have a copy sent to your local East Central Regional Library branch.
In case of inclement weather, we will meet on the Zoom platform. If you are interested in attending, please register for the event, and you will receive the Zoom meeting information via email.
Questions? Contact us via email at ecregion@ecrlib.org or give us a call at (320) 629-6403, Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. For current services and hours, visit the Pine City Public Library page at ecrlib.org.
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CHISAGO LAKES BOOK CLUB (VIRTUAL)
THURSDAY, SEPT. 16TH
5:00PM-6:15PM
Join us virtually for the Chisago Lakes Library book club, held on the third Thursday of the month. Hosting is Chisago Branch Librarian, Kerstin, and we will be using the Zoom platform. This month, we are reading The Trial of Lizzie Borden by Cara Robertson. Copies are available in our Library Catalog.
If you are interested in attending, please register and you will receive the Zoom meeting information via email.
You can also call the library at 651-257-2817 or email Kerstin at kfinsness@ecrlib.org. For current services and hours, visit the Chisago Lakes Area Library page at ecrlib.org.
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CAMBRIDGE BOOK CLUB (AT THE LIBRARY)
THURSDAY, SEPT. 16TH
6:30PM-7:30PM
Join the Cambridge Public Library's monthly book club on the patio! This month we are reading The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis. Copies of the book are available at the library. Space is limited. Registration is required.
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NORTH BRANCH BOOK CLUB (AT THE LIBRARY)
MONDAY, SEPT. 20TH
11:00AM-12:00PM
Join North Branch Librarian, Amelia, for book club on the third Monday of each month from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. We will meet on the library's patio -- just follow the sidewalk around the right side of the building. Please bring your own chair.
This month we are reading All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely. Copies of the book are available through a book club kit at the library. Stop by the library and speak with staff about getting a copy or call (651) 674-8443 to arrange a pick-up.
In case of inclement weather, we will meet on Zoom. If you are interested in attending, please register for the event. If we need to meet on Zoom, you will be contacted the morning of book club with a link to the meeting.
Questions? Contact us via e-mail at nbmail@ecrlib.org or give us a call at (651) 674-8443, Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For current services and hours, visit the North Branch Area Library page at ecrlib.org.
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CAMBRIDGE TEEN CLUB (AT THE LIBRARY)
TUESDAY, AUG. 24TH
2:00PM-3:00PM
Register for Teen Club and join us on the patio as we catch up and eat snacks! Recommended for ages 12-17. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
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SANDSTONE TEEN BOOK CLUB (VIRTUAL)
THURSDAY, AUG. 26TH
3:00PM-5:00PM
Join us on Zoom for Virtual Teen Book Club, hosted by Hinckley and Sandstone Librarian, Josh. Please check in with the library for this month's book selection.
Once registered, you will receive the Zoom meeting information via email. Questions? Contact us via email at ecregion@ecrlib.org or give us a call at (320) 629-6403, Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Is your library card lost or damaged? No problem! In celebration of Back-to-School time and September's Library Card Sign-Up Month, all replacement library cards are FREE through September 30th!
Head into your local ECRL branch today and get a new library card so you can continue to utilize all the great services that ECRL offers!
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All library events are made available
at no cost and are open to the public
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