East Central Regional Library Events |
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Summer Learning Program coming! |
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The 2021 Summer Learning Program at East Central Regional Library begins Tuesday, June 1st and runs through Saturday, August 14th.
This year’s theme is Reading Colors Your World – Reading opens doors to learning and fun! East Central Regional Library hopes you will participate by joining us and readers all across the region this summer!
East Central Regional Library wishes to extend special thanks to the Friends of the Library groups, local businesses, and communities for their generous support of this year’s Reading Colors Your World summer learning program!
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Make Your Money Work For You |
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INVESTING 101 ON ZOOM
Same session, two dates -- Pick the time that works for you!
Monday, May 24th, 10:30am
Tuesday, June 8th, 6:30pm
*Spaces are still available
Are you interested in learning more about investing but don't know where to start? Join us for a virtual session with Thrivent Financial associate Jeremiah Sedler as he teaches us some investing basics and resources to learn more.
We will be meeting via the Zoom online platform, which requires internet access and a computer or smartphone with audio and video capabilities.
Recommended for adults. Registration required for each session. Zoom meeting information will be sent via confirmation registration email.
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How to Draw Toons and Manga |
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CARTOONING WITH KATHY:
VIRTUAL DRAWING WORKSHOPS
Ages 5-9
Wednesdays, 10:30am
June 9th, June 16th and June 23rd
*Space still available
Learn to draw cartoons with local artist Kathy Hovland! This workshop, for children ages 5-9, will focus on the basics of drawing and cartooning animals and other favorites. This three-part series will be held via Zoom, and each session will last about 30 minutes. Registration is required. Space is limited.
All essential materials will be supplied by the library. Your library will contact you when your supplies are ready for pick-up. By registering for this event, you are registering to participate in all 3 weeks of this drawing workshop.
Ages 10-18
Wednesdays, 1pm
June 9th, June 16th and June 23rd
*Join the waiting list
Learn to draw manga and cartoons with local artist Kathy Hovland! This workshop, for teens and tweens ages 10-18, will focus on the basics of drawing manga and cartoon series. This three-part series will be held via Zoom, and each session will last about 90 minutes.
All essential materials will be supplied by the library. Your library will contact you when your supplies are ready for pick-up. By registering for this event, you are registering to participate in all 3 weeks of this drawing workshop.
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Discover a Land in East Africa |
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PASSPORT CLUB - BURUNDI
(VIRTUAL)
Monday, June 21st
5:00pm-6:00pm
*Registration opens Monday, May 24th
Have you ever wondered about or wanted to visit other parts of the world? Join us for Passport Club! We will be meeting on the Zoom online platform with Dr. Nadine Kanyana, who will be sharing some of her favorite stories from her native country, Burundi. There also will be a take-home activity and general fun!
This program is recommended for families with children ages 6-12.
Registration for each participant is required.
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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (VIRTUAL)
Adult Edition (ages 18+) is
Monday, May 24th, 4-6pm
Teen Edition (ages 13-17) is
Monday, June 7th, 4-6pm
Are you a Dungeons and Dragons fan or just looking to learn how to play? Join us via Zoom for an adventure filled with mystery and magic!
Have fun using your imagination and problem-solving skills 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.
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MARVEL NERD OFF (VIRTUAL)
Tuesday, June 15th
6:00pm-7:30pm
Do your loved ones not understand the difference between Iron Man and the Iron Giant? Is your knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe underutilized and underappreciated? If you answered yes then join us for our Marvel Nerd Off event!
We will be meeting virtually with other MCU fans for a variety of trivia questions and time to just chat about our favorite Marvel characters. All trivia questions will be spoiler-free for any 2021 Marvel content.
We will be meeting via Zoom and using the Kahoot app for our trivia games.
Recommended for ages 6 and up. Registration required.
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GRAB AND GO BOOK SALE
(McGregor)
Thursday, May 27th, 12pm-7pm AND
Friday, May 28th, 10am-4pm
The Friends of the McGregor Area Library are hosting a special "grab and go" spring book sale. During the days of the sale, tables will be set up in the library entryway with grab bags of books. Each bag will contain 4-5 books of a particular author or genre, which will be written on the bags. Titles will remain a surprise until purchased and opened. No peeking! Bags will be $2 each.
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ADVENTURE STORYTIME: COLOR YOUR WORLD
(Virtual, Regionwide)
Saturdays, 10am-11am
June 12th, 19th & 26th AND
July 10th, 17th & 24th
*Space still available
Join us on Saturdays this June and July for a special "Color Your World" themed Adventure Storytime series led by Mora Branch Librarian, Katherine! Each week we will meet on the Zoom platform to sing songs, learn about colors, and complete an activity.
This six-week program is recommended for children of preschool age. Registration is required for each participating child. By registering for this event, you are registering to participate in all six weeks of activities. Once registered, you will be contacted with further instructions.
Note: Storytime will not meet on Saturday, July 3rd.
Craft supplies will be provided at your branch of choice. You will be contacted when your supplies are ready.
Never used Zoom before? It’s easy! All you need is internet access and a computer or smartphone with audio and video capabilities. This is a great way to see friends face-to-face while maintaining social distancing.
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STORYTIME ON THE PATIO
Wednesdays, June 2nd - August 4th
10:30am-11:00am
Cambridge Public Library
Join us for an in-person socially distant storytime on the Cambridge Library Patio. We will be reading stories, singing, and having general fun as we practice our early literacy skills. Recommended for families with children ages 2-6. Registration is required for each child who attends.
In case of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled and resume the following week. Questions? Call the library at 763-689-7390.
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STORYTIME ON THE PATIO
Wednesdays, June 9th - July 28th
10:30am-11am
North Branch Area Library
Join us for storytime on the patio! Together we will have fun, sing songs, read books and learn! Registration is required for each child who attends.
When arriving at storytime, access the patio via the sidewalk to the right of the building. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled and resume the following week. Questions? Call the library at 651-674-8443.
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MORA (AT LIBRARY PARK)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16TH
1:30PM-2:30PM
Love talking about books? Want to get to know new people? Consider joining 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 Books for Living by Will Schwalbe. In the event of inclement weather, Book Club will be canceled.
Questions? Please 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 (AT THE LIBRARY)
THURSDAY, JUNE 17TH
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 Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.
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.
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.
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 (VIRTUAL)
THURSDAY, JUNE 17TH
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 Main Street by Sinclair Lewis. Visit the Library Catalog for copies of the selected title.
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 (AT THE LIBRARY)
THURSDAY, JUNE 17TH
6:30PM-7:30PM
Join the Cambridge Public Library's monthly book club, this time in person on the patio! This month we are reading The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro. Copies of the book are available at the library. Space is limited. Registration is required.
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NORTH BRANCH (AT THE LIBRARY)
MONDAY, JUNE 21ST
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 be meeting in person, socially distanced on the library's patio -- just follow the sidewalk around the right side of the building. Please bring your own chair.
This month, read a book of your choice that takes place in summer. At the meeting, we will all share about what we read. If you need help selecting a book, stop by the library and speak with staff. We are happy to help!
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 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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TEEN BOOK CLUB (CAMBRIDGE)
TUESDAY, JUNE 22ND
2:00PM-3:00PM
Join us for an in-person book club on the Cambridge Public Library Patio. There will be pre-packaged snacks and general fun. This month's read is The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness. Copies of the book are available at the library.
Space is limited, and registration (required) opens Tuesday afternoon, May 25th. Questions? Call 763-689-7390.
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TEEN BOOK CLUB (SANDSTONE-VIRTUAL)
THURSDAY, JUNE 24TH
3:00PM-5:00PM
Join us for Virtual Teen Book Club, hosted by Hinckley and Sandstone Librarian, Josh. This month's book is The Fault in Our Stars by John Green.
Copies are available in a book club kit at the Sandstone library. 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.
The event will held on the Zoom online platform. To use Zoom, all you need is internet access and a computer or smartphone with audio and video capabilities. Don't have WI-FI? You can also call into the meeting.
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. to 3 p.m.
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All library events are made available at no cost and are open to the public. |
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