SummerProgramGuide

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SummerProgramGuide

WWW.DAKOTACOUNTY.US/LIBRARY
YOUTH·FAMILY·ADULT & COMPUTER CLASSES
YOUR
SUMMER
LIBRARY
EXPERIENCE
2016
SUMMER
READING
MEET-UP WITH
RAD ZOO
FROM
FRESH TO
FROZEN
PHOTOS ON
THE GO
Read books and win prizes this summer
at the library. Page 4
Preserve the bounty of your garden
with freezing. Page 29
Meet frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and
a small alligator. Page 23
Learn the basics of using photo sharing apps
Instagram and Snapchat. Page 34
SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS
www.dakotacounty.us/library
MEET LOCAL
AUTHORS
Head to the Library this summer to meet and hear local authors Tim McDonnell,
Rick Shefchik, Patrick Mader and Holly Jurgeson present their new nonfiction
books covering Gunflint Trail canoeing, 1960s Rock ‘n’ Roll, 57 Olympic athletes
from Minnesota and creative ways to upcycle second-hand materials. (page 26).
MASTER YOUR
GARDENING
Monday, July 18, 7–8 p.m. at Robert Trail
Learn how to make the most of Minnesota’s growing season with
Dakota County Master Gardeners and preserve the bounty of your
garden at its peak with freezing — one of the safest, quickest and most
economical ways to preserve foods without preservatives. Other upcoming
gardening programs include bulb care and planting, flower arranging, and
weed and insect diagnostic clinics. (page 29)
ANTIQUE
APPRAISAL
Thursday, July 21 from 4–7 p.m. at Pleasant Hill
Come to watch an expert at work or bring an old toy, clock, photograph or artwork, glassware item, piece of jewelry or other article to
be appraised by Mark Moran who appeared on PBS’s Antiques Roadshow and authored more than 25 books on antiques and collectables.
Prior registration is required for participants with an appraisal piece.
Limit one item per person.
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COLOR YOUR
WORLD
Adults across the country are turning to coloring as a way
to relax and unwind. Join us at our new Coloring for Adults
programs and enjoy a new take on this childhood pastime
with simple to complex designs that will spark your imagination, exercise your fine motor skills and train your brain
to focus. (page 27)
Programs
Programs are subject
to change without prior
notice. For the most
up-to-date program
information, visit
www.dakotacounty.us/library.
Registration opens two weeks
prior to program date. See back
cover for branch opening time.
Two ways to register
for a program:
HEAD OVER TO
HOOPLA
1. Online:
www.dakotacounty.us/library,
search Calendar of Events, select
the program and complete the
registration form.
Stream or download Oscar-winning movies, exercise videos,
popular soundtracks, digital comic books and a lot more to
your smartphone, tablet or computer with Hoopla. Visit www.
dakotacounty.us/library and search Hoopla for thousands of
free titles 24/7 with no wait lists.
E-BOOKS,
E-MAGAZINES
AND AUDIOBOOKS
2. By phone:
Call the branch where the
program is being held.
Contact
Renewal Line
651-450-2999
Library Administration
651-450-2925
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Programs designated “A
Minnesota Legacy Program”
are sponsored by Minnesota’s
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
No late fee • Free
www.dakotacounty.us/library • Dakota County Library Program Guide • Summer 2016
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JUNE 6-AUGUST 13, 2016
YOUR SUMMER
LIBRARY
EXPERIENCE
Kids who read grow up to succeed
Thank you to our Summer Reading Program sponsors
MELSA • Star Tribune • Minnesota State Fair • Minnesota Twins
FOR
KIDS BIRTH
TO ENTERING
5TH GRADE
Become eligible to win great prizes throughout the
summer — just by signing up for the Bookawocky
Summer Reading Program. Prize drawings include
Minnesota State Fair tickets or tickets to a Minnesota
Twins game at Target Field.
READ BOOKS AND WIN
PRIZES
FOR TEENS
ENTERING
GRADES 6–12
Sign up for the Bookawocky Summer Reading Program
at any Library branch and get a free pass to the Cascade
Bay Teen Takeover on Thursday, Aug. 4. Start reading
and submit book reviews throughout the summer to
be eligible to win books, gift cards or the grand prize
Galaxy tablet.
CASCADE BAY TEEN
TAKEOVER
Thu, Aug. 4, 6:45–8:45 p.m.
Pick up a Bookawocky Game Board and get prizes as
you read and do fun activities like drawing pictures of your
favorite book character or attending library events. Earn up
to three prizes per child this summer.
Take a break from reading and enjoy water attractions
and mini-golf at Cascade Bay Waterpark at this teens-only
event. Get a free ticket when you sign up for the Summer
Reading Program.
BOOKAWOCKY ART
CONTEST
Rain date: Fri, Aug. 12, 6:45–8:45 p.m.
June 6–July 16
BOOKAWOCKY BOOKMARK
CONTEST
Bring out your inner Monet with this summer’s Bookawocky Art Contest. Create a drawing, painting or collage
that interprets the theme “My Summer Library Experience”
and drop off entries at any Library branch June 6–July 16.
Entries can be no larger than 11-by-17 inches and must be
able to hang on a wall or bulletin board. First-, second- and
third-place awards will be presented in two categories —
grades K–2 and grades 3–5.
Cascade Bay Waterpark
1360 Civic Center Drive, Eagan
June 6–July 16
Design a bookmark interpreting the theme “My Summer
Library Experience” and win prizes. Pick up an entry form
at any Library branch or download it from our website.
Design must be created on the entry
form and be original work by the
submitting artist. Entries accepted
June 6–July 16 at any branch. Prizes
awarded for first-, second- and thirdplace teens entering grades 6 and
higher. The winning bookmark will
be printed and distributed
at all branches.
www.dakotacounty.us/library, search summer reading program
SUMMER CONTENTS
Youth programs
Family programs
Adult programs
Storytimes ............................8
Music, movies & theater�� 22
Book discussions �� 26
Workforce
& Computer
programs
Arts & crafts ........................10
Magic, fun & games �� 23
Arts & crafts�� 27
Workforce�� 32
Magic, fun & games��13
Science & animals �� 23
Gardening �� 29
Computers �� 32
Music & dance.....................15
More �� 24
Small business................... 29
Movies & theater................16
More..................................... 30
Science & animals..............17
Tech tools & toys ................18
Writing your own story.....20
Waggin’ Tales ..................... 20
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OUTH
Y
PROGRAMS
We know that different kids like different things. So whether your kid is a
bookworm, loves movies and acting, has an artsy side, or just likes to be
silly — we’ve got something for them at the Library. Join us for one of our
many movie, games, arts and crafts, or writing programs — all for free.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
Storytime in the Park
Teen Book Club
Galaxie
Mondays, 9:30–10:15 am &
10:30–11:15 am
June 6–27, July 11–25, Aug. 1 & 8
Heritage
Fridays, 10:30–11:30 am
June 24, July 22, Aug. 19
Pleasant Hill
Mondays, 10:45–11:30 am
Robert Trail
Wednesdays, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Tuesdays, 10:30–11:15 am
June 7 & 21, July 19, Aug. 16–30
Wescott
Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 am
June 9–30, July 7–28, Aug. 4 & 11
Join us for stories, games and
crafts in the park. This program
is presented at each location in
part by the respective community
organization: City of Farmington,
City of Hastings Parks and Recreation and Inver Grove Heights
Parks and Recreation. Ages: 0–10.
Wed, June 8, 10:30–11:30 am
Levee Park
300 1st St E, Hastings
Wed, June 22, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington Rambling River Park
17 Elm St, Farmington
Wed, July 6, 10:30–11:30 am
Levee Park
Tue, July 12, 10:30–11:30 am
South Valley Park
2810 70th St, Inver Grove Heights
Wed, July 20, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington North Creek Park
18200 Dunbury Ave, Farmington
Wed, Aug. 3, 10:30–11:30 am
Levee Park
Join other teens to talk about
great books you’ve read or want
to read this summer. Ages: 10–16.
Mon, June 13, 6–7 pm
Farmington
Mon, July 11, 6–7 pm
Farmington
Mon, Aug. 8, 6–7 pm
Farmington
Summer Reading
Kick-Off Party
Books & Beyond: Discover
an Author
know how to
raise a reader
Storytime for All Ages
Stories and activities ideal for
mixed-ages audiences such as
child care groups and families.
Ages: 0–6.
Heritage
Wednesdays, 10:30–11 am
June 1, 15–29; July 13; Aug. 3 & 10
Inver Glen
Wednesdays, 11:30 am–noon
June 22, July 6, July 20
Robert Trail
Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Wednesdays, 10:30–11:15 am
June 29, July 27
Wescott
Fridays, 10:30–11:15 am
June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, Aug. 5
Evening Storytime
for All Ages
Stories and activities ideal for kids
and families. Ages: 0–6.
Farmington
Tuesdays, 7–7:30 pm
July 12–26
Galaxie
Wednesdays, 6:30–7 pm
June 8–22, July 6–20
Pleasant Hill
Tuesdays, 6:30–7 pm
Storytime for Babies
Stories, songs, bounces and
playtime make this storytime
perfect for children newborn to
24 months and their caregivers.
Ages: 0–2.
Burnhaven
Tuesdays, 10:15–11 am
June 7–28, July 5–26, Aug. 2
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Celebrate the start of summer
reading with ice cream and
games. Bring your reading list and
find great books to read this summer. Presented in part by each
Library’s Friends group. Ages: 0–12.
Robert Trail
Thu, June 9, 1:30–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Inver Glen
Tue, June 14, 10:30 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Tue, June 14, 6:30–7:30 pm
Pleasant Hill
How Does Your Garden Grow
Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes
all about gardens. Ages: 2–6.
Wed, June 8, 10:15–10:45 am
Burnhaven
Have fun with stories, activities
and crafts related to book authors
with ISD 192 ECFE. Ages: 0–6.
Thu, June 9, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Thu, June 16, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Thu, June 23, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Library Picnic and Storytime
Bring a picnic lunch to eat and
enjoy a fun storytime in the
library. Ages: 2–8.
Fri, June 10, noon–1 pm
Heritage
Fri, July 1, noon–1 pm
Heritage
Fri, Aug. 5, noon–1 pm
Heritage
Robots Story and Crafts
Listen to a story and use your
imagination to make robot crafts.
Ages: 3–10.
Thu, June 16, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Animal Storytime
Join in interactive book readings,
meet a live animal and make
memories during a naturethemed craft time. Presented
by Carpenter Nature Center. Registration required. Ages: 3–8.
Blanding’s Turtles
Fri, June 17, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Rabbits
Fri, July 8, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Owls
Fri, Aug. 12, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Cow Storytime
Hear fun cow stories read by a
local farmer and learn about the
workings of a real dairy farm.
Ages: 2–8.
Mon, June 20, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
The Great Quillow Story
and Craft
Thrill to the enchanted story
of The Great Quillow by James
Thurber and make a parachute
craft. Ages: 5–10.
Mon, June 20, 10:30 am–noon
Heritage
Programs are subject to change
without prior notice. For most up-to-date
program information, visit
Supplies provided unless noted.
To register for a program:
1. Online www.dakotacounty.us/library, click on Calendar of Events
2. By phone, call the branch where the program is being held.
Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. See back cover for branch opening time.
*A Minnesota Legacy program.
Books ‘n’ Bagels
Who Hoots? Storytime
If you’re reading a good book, join
in to share your find and get ideas
from other teens. Bagels provided.
Ages: 11–16.
Wed, June 22, 1–2 pm
Galaxie
Galaxie
Wed, July 13, 1–2 pm
Galaxie
Galaxie
Galaxie
about nocturnal animals. Ages: 2–6.
Mon, June 27, 7–7:30 pm
Burnhaven
Kids Read
Read the book of the month and
come prepared to talk about it
and enjoy fun activities. Registration required. Ages: 8–12.
Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L.
Holm
Galaxie
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Galaxie
Breaking Stalin’s Nose by Eugene
Yelchin
Galaxie
Parent and Child
Book Group
Read the book and join us for a
rousing discussion and fun activities for parents and kids. Registration required.
Ages: 9–12.
Where the Mountain Meets the
Moon by Grace Lin
Mon, June 27, 6:30–8 pm
Pleasant Hill
Ages: 11-15.
The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin
Sponsored by Friends of the
Wescott Library
Wescott
The Shadow Thieves by Anne Ursu
Mon, July 25, 6:30–8 pm
Pleasant Hill
Night Sky Dragons Story
and Craft
Listen to the amazing story of the
Night Sky Dragons by Mal Peet
and make a kite craft project to
keep. Ages: 5–10.
Tue, June 28, 2–3:30 pm
Heritage
Happy Birthday U.S.A.
Storytime
Sun, Sand and Smiles
Storytime
Kindergarten Here
I Come Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes
about all things beach and swimming. Ages: 2–6.
Mon, July 25, 7–7:30 pm
Burnhaven
Get ready for Kindergarten with
just-right stories, music and activities. Ages: 3–6.
Wed, Aug. 24, 10:30–11 am
Heritage
In the Castle Story
and Crafts
Ten Pigs Traveling
Trunk Show*
Listen to a delightful castle story
and use your imagination to make
knight and princess crafts.
Ages: 3–10.
Tue, July 26, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Join Derek Anderson author and
illustrator of Ten Pigs: an Epic Bath
Adventure for a one-of-a-kind
show. Derek will talk about “The
Greatest Job in the World,” and
get everyone dancing to music
by Tom Lieberman, laughing
with goofy props and drawing
together. Ages: 0–6.
Thu, Aug. 25, 10:30–11:15 am
Wescott
Thu, Aug. 25, 2:30–3:15 pm
Heritage
about celebrating the Fourth of
July — the birthday of the United
States. Ages: 2–6.
Wed, June 29, 10:30–11 am
Burnhaven
Rain and Shine Storytime
Robots in the Library*
Health-powered Kids
Join the Story Man from England
and the Breck School Robotics
Team to hear robot stories and
meet fun robots. Space is limited.
Ages: 2–8.
Thu, June 30, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Mon, July 25, 10:30–11:30 am
Wescott
Wed, July 27, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Tue, Aug. 2, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Tue, Aug. 9, 1:30–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Enjoy stories about healthy food,
play active games and make a
craft. Presented by Allina Wellness.
Ages: 4–10.
Thu, Aug. 4, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
about rain, rainbows and all
things sunny. Ages: 2–6.
Wed, Aug. 3, 10:30–11 am
Burnhaven
Zoo Story and Crafts
Listen to a story about a zoo and
use your imagination to make fun
animal crafts. Ages: 3–10.
Wed, July 6, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
know arts and crafts
Fun with Coloring
Drop in anytime to create your
own masterpieces with crayons,
colored pencils, markers and lots
of coloring pages at this selfdirected activity. Ages: 3–12.
Thu, June 9, 2–3 pm
Heritage
Wed, June 22, 10:30–11:30 am
Burnhaven
Tue, June 21, 10–11:30 am
Galaxie
Thu, July 7, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Tue, Aug. 9, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Teen Anime Club
Join other teen anime and manga
fans for manga drawing, films, cosplay and conversation. Ages: 10–16.
Fri, June 10, 2–4 pm
Wescott
Wescott
Fri, July 8, 2–4 pm
Wescott
Wescott
Fri, Aug. 5, 2–4 pm
Wescott
Wescott
Star Wars iPad Art
Learn to use fun apps to make
Star Wars-inspired art with our
iPads. Registration required. Ages: 8–14.
Wescott
Secret of the Mummies*
Uncover the secrets of Ancient
Egypt from mummification to
writing and translating hieroglyphics with an artist and expedition guide. Create your own
mummy and sarcophagus
Make & Take:
Duct Tape Crafts
to take home. Presented by
ArtStart. Registration required.
Ages: 8–16.
Pleasant Hill
It’s amazing what you can create
with duct tape — from wallets
to cellphone cases. Explore the
world of duct tape art. Space is
limited. Ages: 10–16.
Mon, June 20, 2:30–4 pm
Robert Trail
Tue, June 28, 1–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Thu, Aug. 11, 1:30–3 pm
Pleasant Hill
Star Wars 3D Mask*
Paper Dragons*
Design and create a wearable,
three-dimensional mask that will
transform you into your favorite
Star Wars character. Presented
by Artistry. Registration required.
Ages: 6–12.
Fri, June 17, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Design and construct a moveable,
three-dimensional, paper dragon
using paper folding, collage,
mixed-media and sculpting techniques. Presented by Artistry. Registration required. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, June 21, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Craft Fair
Mini-book Necklaces*
Sign your kids up to sell their
handicrafts at the library. All items
must be priced at $2 or less.
Sellers must register in advance.
Space is limited. Event is weatherdependent at some locations.
Ages: 4–16.
Fri, June 17, 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Farmington
Mon, July 25, 11 am–1 pm
Heritage
Wed, July 27, 10 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Thu, July 28, 11 am–1 pm
Galaxie
Wed, Aug. 3, 11 am–1 pm
Wescott
Fri, Aug. 5, 11 am–1 pm
Robert Trail
Romero Britto-inspired
Canvas*
Minecraft Play and Model
Play Minecraft, design a Minecraft
3D model and make a craft to
take home. Registration for both
sessions required. Ages: 8–14.
Mondays, June 20 & 27, 2–4:30 pm
Wescott
Keep your thoughts and writings
close to your heart. Use basic
bookmaking techniques to create miniature book necklaces
that can be worn and written in.
Presented by Artistry. Registration
required. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, June 21, 2–3 pm
Farmington
Learn about Brazilian painter
Romero Britto and create your
own colorful canvas using his
signature Neo-pop art style. Presented by Abrakadoodle. Registration required. Ages: 8–14.
Wescott
Creating the
One-page Comic*
Create single comic pages and
learn how to add suspense,
action, humor and drama using
pencils and a variety of pen
and brush tools. Drawing
experience not required. Presented by Artistry. Registration
Wentworth
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Clay Minecraft Characters*
Learn about color mixing and
sculpting techniques to make
your favorite character from Minecraft. Presented by Abrakadoodle.
Registration required. Ages: 3–12.
Thu, June 23, 10:30–11:30 am
Robert Trail
Thu, July 28, 10:30–11:30 am
Inver Glen
Needlework Bookmark
Make a cool bookmark using
needlework techniques taught by
the St. Paul Needleworkers Guild.
Heritage
Sidewalk Chalk Day
Show off your artistic talent and
decorate the sidewalks outside
the library. Program is weatherdependent. Ages: 2–12.
Fri, June 24, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Fri, July 8, 10–11 am
Heritage
Wed, July 20, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Sat, Aug. 6, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Drawing Minions*
Join an Abrakadoodle artist for
a funny Minion story and draw a
Minion from the movies or from
your own imagination. Finish your
project with chalk pastels. Registration required. Ages: 6–12.
Mon, June 27, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Farmington
Wentworth
Fri, July 29, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Introduction to
Printmaking*
Make & Take: Buttons
and Origami
Learn relief and collagraph printmaking methods to make singleand multi-color prints. Presented
Ages: 10–16.
Tue, June 28, 1:30–2:30 pm
Inver Glen
Use a button press to make
pin-on buttons with designs of
your choice and learn how to fold
colorful paper into interesting and
beautiful origami shapes.
Ages: 10–16.
Wescott
String Art*
Make colorful designs using small
nails, colorful yarn, embroidery
thread, string and cork. Registration required. Presented by
Artistry. Ages: 8–14.
Wescott
Thu, July 14, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Embroidered Wrist Band
Learn embroidery stitches from
members of the St. Paul Needleworkers Guild to make a custom
wrist band. Registration required.
Ages: 12–15.
Heritage
Tie-dyeing with Sharpies*
Bring a white T-shirt, socks, pillowcase or other item to tie-dye and
create your own psychedelic work
of art. Presented by Artistry. Registration required. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 5, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Make & Take: Fairy Houses
Create your own imaginative fairy
house using our supplies.
Ages: 6–12.
Tue, July 5, 2–3 pm
Heritage
Clay Cats and Dogs*
Studio Ghibli-inspired Art*
Hear a pet story, learn about cats
and dogs and use color mixing
and sculpting to make your own
to keep. Presented by Abrakadoodle. Registration required.
Ages: 3–12.
Thu, July 7, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Create art inspired by Studio
Ghibli movies like My Neighbor
Totoro, Spirited Away and Howl’s
Moving Castle. Make your own
pom-pom Soot Ball Sprite, papiermâché Princess Mononoke mask,
clay Totoro, relief-printed image
and more. Presented by Artistry.
Thu, July 14, 2–4 pm
Farmington
Tue, Aug. 2, 1:30–2:30 pm
Inver Glen
Pinwheels on a Stick*
Design and paint your own largescale pinwheels using watercolor
paper, oil pastels, paints, sticks and
fasteners. Take it home and put it
in your garden or room. Presented
Ages: 6–12.
Mon, July 11, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Teen Coloring Afternoon
Coloring is not just for kids anymore. Try a detailed pattern or a
simple one. Supplies provided or
bring your own. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 12, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Creative Catapults*
Use creative problem-solving and
artistic skills, and engineering and
sculpting techniques to create
functional catapults. Presented
Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 12, 1:30–3:30 pm
Inver Glen
Thu, July 28, 2:30–4:30 pm
Robert Trail
Seed Art Mosaics
Experiment with designs and
make a seed art mosaic of your
own. Ages: 10–15.
Heritage
Make & Take:
Message Puzzles
Create a simple puzzle to communicate a message, poem,
invitation or secret. Registration
Fri, July 15, 1–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Making Pokemon Comics*
Learn basic comic techniques
for drawing and painting your
favorite Pokemon characters. Explore exercises on character and
panel creation, drawings skills and
storytelling. Presented by Artistry.
Mon, July 18, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Zendoodle*
Learn the art of Zendoodle and
create a colorful design using
patterns and shapes. Presented
by Abrakadoodle. Registration
Heritage
Make & Take: Bubble
Magnets and Buttons
Create wonderful locker or
refrigerator magnets and buttons
to wear or decorate your bag with
craft kits from the Library. Keep
for yourself or give them as gifts.
Ages: 10–16.
Mon, July 18, 2:30–4 pm
Robert Trail
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
Things that Float,
Whirl and Fly*
Learn techniques and skills to
design and create your own selfpropelled spinners, Whirly-gigs,
parachutes, boats and other floating objects using recycled materials, and arts and craft and simple
building supplies. Presented by
Artistry. Registration required.
Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 19, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Art Bots
Build and decorate your own
robot that can use markers to
make its own art. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 19, 1:30–2:30 pm
Inver Glen
My Gnome*
Sew and create clothing and
accessories to make a wooden
gnome all your own. Presented
by the Textile Center. Registration
Pleasant Hill
Animation Flip Books*
Learn how to design, illustrate
and create animation flip books
that give the illusion of an object,
person or animal “moving” from
one point to another. Presented
Ages: 10–16.
Wentworth
Make & Take: Greeting
Cards and Gift Bags
Get crafty making greeting cards
and gift bags. Ages: 6–12.
Mon, July 25, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Burrito Pillowcase
Learn basic sewing skills and
make your own “burrito pillowcase” using fun fabrics. No
experience necessary. Presented
by the Friends of the Inver Glen
Library. Registration required.
Ages: 12–17.
Tue, July 26, 1:30–3:30 pm
Inver Glen
Candy Sushi Making Class
for Teens
Learn how to make sushi using
your favorite candies or, for a
healthier option, bananas. Registration required. Ages: 12–16.
Pleasant Hill
Make & Take: Paper Bag
Robot Puppets
Come anytime and use our
construction paper and other
art supplies to create paper bag
robot puppets to take home.
Ages: 4–15.
Thu, July 28, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Color Me Christmas
Make & Take: Teen
Craft Blowout
Make & Take: Thank You
Card Sets
Create funky jewelry from hardware items, craft on a rainbow
loom and press cool buttons
using your photos or magazine
cut outs. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, Aug. 2, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Make your own personal set of
thank you cards to give or send.
Space is limited. Ages: 10–16.
Thu, Aug. 11, 1–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Cosplay Masks*
Make as many craft masterpieces
as you want in an hour using a variety of craft supplies. Ages: 3–10.
Tue, Aug. 16, 2–3 pm
Heritage
Create wearable masks and
costume accessories inspired
by characters from manga and
anime, comic books and cartoons,
video games, and live-action
films. Bring character images
or objects to use as inspiration.
Presented by Artistry. Registration
Mon, Aug. 8, 2:30–4:30 pm
Robert Trail
Sewing Style Battle
Form a team and create a fashion
line to show off for the judges.
Sewing machines and materials
provided. Registration required.
Ages: 10–16.
Wed, Aug. 10, 2–4:30 pm
Wescott
Make & Take: Summer
Craft Fun
Toys and Inventions*
Use various materials to design
and build your own unique toys,
games and inventions. Brainstorm, thumbnail sketch, revise
and build a prototype. Presented
Ages: 6–12.
Thu, Aug. 18, 2:30–4:30 pm
Robert Trail
Escape the heat and get a jump
on holiday preparations by decorating your own set of Christmas
greeting cards. Ages: 3–12.
Heritage
Cardboard Robots
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Build your own robots using cardboard, pipe cleaners, googly eyes
and your imagination. Registration required. Ages: 6–12.
Mon, Aug. 1, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Rock at reading
Interactive games and activities to
help get your kids on the road to reading.
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Legos and Duplos at
the Library
Get your kids’ imaginations working by exploring the many things
they can create with Legos and
Duplos at this self-directed activity. Ages: 2–12.
Wed, June 1, 6–7:30 pm
Galaxie
Mon, June 13, 6:30–7:30 pm
Burnhaven
Mon, June 20, 1–2:30 pm
Inver Glen
Fri, July 1, 10–11:30 am
Galaxie
Thu, July 7, 10:30 am–noon
Wentworth
Mon, July 11, 6:30–7:30 pm
Burnhaven
Mon, July 18, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Tue, July 26, 10–11:30 am
Galaxie
Wed, July 27, 10:30–11:30 am
Burnhaven
Wed, July 27, 6–7:30 pm
Galaxie
Thu, Aug. 11, 10:30 am–noon
Wentworth
Sat, Aug. 13, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Teen Game Day
Play board games and Wii with
your friends. Ages: 10–16.
Fri, June 3, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, June 10, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, June 17, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, June 24, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, July 1, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, July 8, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, July 15, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, July 22, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, July 29, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, Aug. 5, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, Aug. 12, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, Aug. 19, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Fri, Aug. 26, 3:30–5:30 pm
Farmington
Brodini Comedy
Magic Show
Magician Brodini makes you
laugh as he amazes you with his
magic skills. Ages: 2–12.
Wed, June 8, 10:30–11:15 am
Heritage
Wed, June 8, 2–2:45 pm
Heritage
Tue, June 14, 10:30–11:15 am
Galaxie
Wed, July 13, 10:30–11:15 am
Burnhaven
Fri, July 15, 10:30–11:15 am
Farmington
Mon, July 18, 10:30–11:15 am
Wescott
Collectible Card Games
Book Bingo
Bring your favorite decks of Magic:
the Gathering, Star Wars, Yu-Gi-Oh!
and other collectible card games
to play with other teens.
Ages: 10–16.
Sat, June 11, 3–5 pm
Robert Trail
Sat, Aug. 13, 3–5 pm
Robert Trail
Play bingo for the chance to
win gently-used books. Space is
Fri, June 17, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Tue, July 5, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Fri, Aug. 5, 1:30–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Chess and Board Games
Game Day: Board Games
Bring your friends to play chess
and other board games at the
Library. Use our board games or
bring your own. Ages: 10–16.
Tue, June 14, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Bring your own board games or
play some of ours. Ages: 6–12.
Mon, June 20, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Pleasant Hill
Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card
Game Tournament
Spelling Bees for Kids
Learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! and play
in a tournament with other fans.
Starter deck supplied for new
players. Registration required.
Ages: 9–16.
Farmington
Heritage
Dazzling Dave
Dazzling Dave uses hi-tech yo-yos
and amazing tricks to teach about
one of the world’s oldest and
coolest toys — the yo-yo.
Ages: 2–12.
Thu, June 16, 10:30–11:15 am
Inver Glen
Wed, June 22, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Competitive Legos
Compete against the clock and
other teams to build and design
with Legos. Numerous challenges
will test your speed, resourcefulness and creativity. Work in teams
of up to two people. Registration
required. Limit one registration
per team. Ages: 10–16.
Galaxie
Children who have completed
2nd and 3rd grades will compete in a traditional spelling bee
followed by a bee for children
who have completed 4th and 5th
grades. Rewards for all participants. Ages: 7–12.
Tue, June 21, 2–3:30 pm
Heritage
Wii Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Play Super Smash Bros. Brawl on
the Wii with your friends. Light refreshments provided. Ages: 12–18.
Pleasant Hill
Minecraft
Play Minecraft on our private
survival-mode server. Bring your
Minecraft account log in information. Registration required.
Ages: 8–14.
Robert Trail
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
Bike Rodeo
Learn about bike safety and have
fun on a bike obstacle course.
Presented by West St. Paul Police.
Bring your bicycle and helmet.
Ages: 6–12.
Sat, June 25, 11 am–12:30 pm
Wentworth
Magical Mia
Don’t blink or you may miss
one of Mia’s stunning tricks that
mystify with sleight of hand and
create illusions with flowers,
scarves, pearls, butterflies and
more. Ages: 2–12.
Mon, June 27, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Jigsaw Puzzle Day
Show your skill at putting puzzles
together with our selection of
100-piece and floor puzzles.
Ages: 10–16.
Tue, June 28, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Dungeons & Dragons
Join our dungeon master for
heroic Dungeons & Dragons game
play through a world filled with
magic and monsters. Registration
for both days required.
Ages: 10–16.
Wed & Thu, June 29 & 30, 2–5 pm
Farmington
Mondays, July 18 & 25, 5–8 pm
Galaxie
Game Day: Betrayal at
House on the Hill
Play a suspenseful game of
Betrayal at House on the Hill. Players
explore a haunted mansion and
encounter spirits and frightening
omens. Registration required.
Ages: 11–16.
Pleasant Hill
Magic: the Gathering
Booster Draft
Draft cards and play two rounds
of Swiss draw. Prizes will be
awarded based on standings.
Cards and snacks provided. Registration required. Ages: 12–16.
Sat, July 9, 2:30–5 pm
Robert Trail
Bill the Juggler
Laughter abounds at this comedy
juggling program filled with
audience participation and an
emphasis on reading. Ages: 2–12.
Tue, July 12, 10:30–11:15 am
Galaxie
Thu, July 14, 2–2:45 pm
Wentworth (outdoors, bring a
chair/blanket)
Wed, July 20, 10:30–11:15 am
Burnhaven
Mon, Aug. 8, 10:30–11:15 am
Heritage (outdoors, bring a chair/
blanket)
Fri, Aug. 12, 10:30–11:15 am
Wescott (outdoors, bring a chair/
blanket)
Wentworth Scavenger Hunt
Spy Training for Kids
We’ve moved things around and
changed things up a bit. Join us
for a scavenger hunt to find all the
things that are different.
Ages: 5–12.
Wentworth
Find out if you have the skills to
be a spy. See if you can decipher
secret codes, operate spy gadgets
and get through laser beams.
Pleasant Hill
Life-size Sorry!
Book Bingo for Teens
Play a life-sized version of the
classic board game Sorry!
Ages: 10–16.
Tue, July 26, 1:30–2:30 pm
Burnhaven
Play bingo with other teens for
the chance to win gently-used
books. Ages: 12–16.
Thu, Aug. 11, 2–3 pm
Heritage
Star Michaelina
Library Scavenger Hunt
Comedy magician Star Michaelina
excites kids about reading, motivates them to use their library and
inspires them to reach for their
dreams with books, music and
magic. Ages: 2–12.
Thu, Aug. 4, 10:30–11:15 am
Robert Trail
Think you know the Library?
Follow the clues and test your
knowledge at this scavenger
hunt. Ages: 5–12.
Fri, Aug. 12, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Children’s Book Carnival
Play silly carnival-style games
including a paperback toss, book
walk, book balance, and more at
this fun-filled event. Ages: 4–10.
Thu, July 14, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Library Olympics
Go for the gold with physical
book-themed outdoor activities
like book shot-put and reading
sprints. Prizes will be awarded.
Rain or shine. Presented by the
Friends of the Inver Glen Library.
Thu, July 14, 10:30–11:30 am
Inver Glen
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Ace the test
Practice tests and online courses for the SAT,
ACT and more.
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Movement and Dance with
Maj-Lis Jalkio
know music
and dance
African Drumming
Workshop*
Learn how to drum on African
drums and practice rhythmic
patterns that have been passed
on for generations with master
drummer, Ghana Mbaye from
Senegal. Presented by ArtStart.
Registration required.
Ages: 10–16.
Galaxie
The Bazillions
Sing along to catchy tunes about
macaroni and cheese, a messy
room and other events in the
daily life of a kid. Ages: 2–12.
Thu, June 16, 10:30–11:15 am
Robert Trail
Wed, July 13, 7–7:45 pm
Wescott
Meet the Instruments*
Playing in a school band or a rock
band, you have to start somewhere. Try a variety of musical
instruments from Groth Music.
Space is limited. Ages: 2–16.
Thu, June 23, 10:30–11:30 am
Inver Glen
Wed, July 20, 11 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Fri, July 22, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Tue, Aug. 2, 10:30–11:30 am
Wescott
Sing-along with Carol and
Donell
Sing and dance along with your
favorite songs led by Miss Carol
and Miss Donell. Ages: 2–12.
Tue, June 28, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Explore the seven types of dance
movements and learn basic ballet
using concepts of level, speed
and direction in this introductory
class taught by a former instructor
from the Boston Ballet School.
Thu, July 7, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Ten Penny Tunes
Join us for an introduction to
traditional folk music from around
the world using the penny
whistle, accordion, saxophone
and clarinet. Ages: 2–12.
Wed, July 20, 10:30–11:15 am
Heritage
Thu, July 21, 10:30–11:15 am
Inver Glen
Teddy Bear Band
Wendy’s Wiggle,
Jiggle & Jam
Bring your teddy bear and enjoy
the music of the Teddy Bear Band
at this Pan-O-Prog Youth Play Day
program. Ages: 3–10.
Fri, July 8, noon–2 pm
Aronson Park
8250 202nd St. W.
Lakeville
Take turns leading dances and
songs with rhythm instruments,
puppets and plush toys as Wendy
sings and plays guitar. Ages: 2–10.
Thu, July 21, 10:30–11:15 am
Robert Trail
Thu, Aug. 4, 10:30–11:15 am
Farmington
Silly Summer Dance Party
Dress up in silly clothes and
celebrate the middle of summer
with lots of music and fun at this
silly dance party. Space is limited.
Ages: 2–8.
Fri, July 15, 10:30–11 am
Galaxie
YOUTH PROGRAMS
know movies
and theater
Movies for Kids
Enjoy fun children’s books in
movie format. Ages: 2–6.
Thu, June 2, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Tue, July 12, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Treasure beyond Measure
with Capt’n Curley
Join Capt’n Curley the Pirate on
an adventure filled with physical
comedy, audience participation
and insight into the greatest treasure of all. Presented by A Touch
of Magic. Ages: 3–10.
Tue, June 14, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Mon, Aug. 1, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Oscar’s Big Break
Enjoy music, silliness and physical
comedy as Oscar the Clown helps
his friend with his piano concert
debut. Presented by A Touch of
Magic. Ages: 3–9.
Wed, June 15, 10:30–11:15 am
Burnhaven
Wed, June 15, 2–2:45 pm
Heritage
Fri, July 29, 10:30–11:15 am
Wescott
Schiffelly Puppets
Join in on the fun and humor as
we take a wild and crazy trip with
Dorothy, Toto and all her friends
into the world of L. Frank Baum’s
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Ages: 2–10.
Mon, June 27, 10:30–11:15 am
Wescott
Wed, June 29, 6:30–7:15 pm
Galaxie
Wed, July 6, 10:30–11:15 am
Heritage
Wed, Aug. 10, 10:30–11:15 am
Wentworth
Toddler Drive-In Movie
Take your toddler to a drive-in
movie at the library. Bring a large
box and use our supplies to add
wheels, headlights and more.
Wed, June 29, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Write and Perform a Play*
Mixed Nuts
Create, write and perform your
own play with SteppingStone
Theatre. Registration for both sessions required. Ages: 10–16.
Tue & Wed, July 19 & 20, 2–4:30 pm
Wescott
Physical comedy, age-appropriate
humor and uproarious audience
participation. Hilarity and bellylaughs for all. Ages: 2–10.
Tue, Aug. 2, 10:30–11:15 am
Galaxie
Pirates: Predators
of the Seas
Feature Film
Find adventure on the high seas
and separate myths from fact
about piracy from ancient times
to modern day. Presented by
Historical Experiences. Space is
Fri, July 29, 1:30–2:15 pm
Galaxie
Monkey Mind Pirates Family
Yoga Party*
Turn your Arrghs into Oms,
mateys. Use the puppet, rock,
yoga adventures of Monkey Mind
Pirates to find calm for your family.
Presented by Z Puppets Rosenschnoz. Ages: 3–12.
Fri, July 8, 10:30–11:30 am
Burnhaven
Fri, July 15, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Fri, July 22, 10:30–11:30 am
Wentworth
Paper Boats
Join Paulino Brener in this
entertaining, multicultural and
multilingual storytelling feast
about Paulino’s travels around
the world on paper boats. Make a
paper boat to take home. Space is
Fri, July 8, 1:30–2:15 pm
Galaxie
Watch a new film release, Big
Hero 6, on the big screen.
Ages: 5–10.
Wed, Aug. 10, 1:30–3 pm
Pleasant Hill
program rain or shine. Registration required. Ages: 10–15.
Wed, July 6, 2–3:30 pm
Heritage
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and animals
Bananawocky
Explore the interesting life-cycle
of bananas. Hear a lively banana
story, learn the cultural importance of nature’s perfect fruit, see
real banana plants and meet a banana eating animal. Presented by
Como Park Zoo. Space is limited.
Ages: 2–12.
Mon, June 13, 1:30–2:15 pm
Burnhaven
Thu, July 28, 2–2:45 pm
Wentworth
Under the Sea Trivia Contest
Test your knowledge about the
oceans that cover more than 70
percent of our planet. Ages: 8–12.
Wentworth
STEAM Fest
Kids ages 6–12 and their parents
can drop-in anytime to explore
science, technology, engineering, art or math through new
and different hands-on activities
and demonstrations on circuitry,
robotics and other topics.
Wescott
Wed, Aug. 10, 6–8 pm
Wescott
Science Monday — Bubble
Science
Stand inside a giant bubble, see a
square bubble, blow bubbles and
learn about the properties of soap
and water. Make a bubble wand
to take home. Presented by Mad
Science of Minnesota. Registration required. Ages: 3–7.
Mon, June 27, 1–1:45 pm
Inver Glen
Science Monday —
Didgeridoo
Wilderness Survival: Forage
for Wild Foods
Learn to survive and forage for
food like Julie from Jean Craighead George’s Julie of the Wolves
using the author’s guides to wild
foods. Registration required.
Ages: 8–14.
Lebanon Hills Visitor Center
860 Cliff Road, Eagan
RAD Zoo
Learn about the lives of frogs,
turtles, lizards, snakes and a small
alligator. Get up-close to pet
some of these unique creatures.
Ages: 2–12.
Thu, June 30, 10:30–11:15 am
Inver Glen
Mon, July 25, 3–3:45 pm
Robert Trail
Bruce the Bug Guy
Live critters and other fun props
give the audience a unique opportunity to experience fascinating insects up-close. Ages: 5–12.
Thu, June 30, 2–2:45 pm
Wentworth
Wed, July 6, 10:30–11:15 am
Burnhaven
Wed, July 6, 2–2:45 pm
Wescott
Thu, July 7, 10:30–11:15 am
Inver Glen
Mon, July 11, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
Wilderness Survival
Learn shelter building, knot tying,
fire building and what to eat to
survive in the wild. Presented by
Dakota County Parks. Outdoor
Explore the science of music
acoustics while you decorate your
own didgeridoo, the wind instrument of the indigenous people
of Northern Australia. Sponsored
by the Friends of the Inver Glen
Library. Registration required.
Ages: 6–12.
Mon, July 11, 1–2:30 pm
Inver Glen
Dino Poop Fossils
See, touch and learn about actual
fossilized dinosaur poop with
Lori Gesch, scientist and author
of Coprolite: A Really Crappy Story.
Gesch will sign and sell her book.
Ages: 8–12.
Fri, July 15, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Fri, July 22, 11 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Science Monday — Oobleck
It’s a liquid. It’s a solid. Make
oobleck and experiment with
this liquid that changes to a solid
depending on force applied.
Sponsored by the Friends of the
Inver Glen Library. Registration
Inver Glen
Predator and Prey
Some animals are predators and
others are prey. Learn about the
relationships between Minnesota’s large predators and their
prey through games and activities. Presented by Dakota County
Parks. Registration required.
Ages: 6–12.
Tue, July 19, 2–3:30 pm
Robert Trail
Dolphins
Learn about dolphins and see colorful photos and props of these
amazing mammals with science
teacher Rob Ellos. Ages: 4–10.
Thu, July 21, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
STEM with Horse Power
Learn how cowboys used engineering to make their jobs easier
and meet a real miniature horse.
Presented by the Half-pint Horse
Foundation. Ages: 5–12.
Fri, July 22, 10:30–11 am
Farmington
Science Monday —
Hula Hoop
Explore physics, speed, force,
weight, gravity and geometry
with hula hoops. Make and decorate your own hula hoop to keep.
Presented by Friends of the Inver
Glen Library. Registration required.
Ages: 6–12.
Inver Glen
Crazy Harry Plays with
Electricity
Learn about the discovery and
harnessing of electricity through
demonstrations and hands-on
experiments. Ages: 8–12.
Thu, Aug. 4, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Magnets Meet Electricity
Discover, experiment and play in
the sometimes shocking, always
exciting world where magnets
and electricity meet. Presented
by the Bakken Museum and the
GSK Science in the Summer
Program™. Registration for both
days required. Ages: 8–12.
Tue & Wed, Aug. 16 & 17, 2–4 pm
Wescott
YOUTH PROGRAMS
know tech tools
and toys
Girls Code
Robotics — Meet Sphero
Join this five-session summer
coding camp led by Eagan High
School computer science students. Learn basic programming
concepts and complete a variety
of fun coding activities in this all
girls environment. Registration
required for each of the five sessions. Participants may only enroll
in one coding camp this summer.
Ages: 9–14.
Mon–Fri, June 13–17, 1–3 pm
Galaxie
Sphero is a colorful ball with a tiny
wireless robot inside. Meet Sphero
robots and try your hand at racing
them. Equipment is limited.
Ages: 10–16.
Pleasant Hill
Wed, June 29, 2–3:30 pm
Wentworth
Sat, July 30, 3–4 pm
Robert Trail
3D Modeling for Teens
and Tweens
Learn the basics of 3D modeling
using the free online tool Tinkercad, and make your own basic
design. No experience necessary.
Ages: 10–16.
Wescott
Fun with Cubelets
Work with friends to build robots
that move using Cubelets robot
construction blocks. Registration
Tue, June 21, 10:30 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Make Your Own Lego Movie
Make your own stop animation
Lego movie using our iPads and
Legos. Come alone or grab a
friend and work in teams of up
to three people. Registration
required. Limit one registration
per team. Ages: 8–15.
Tue, June 21, 1:30–3:30 pm
Inver Glen
Wescott
Robotics — Sphero
Programming
Take your Sphero skills to the next
level using the SPRK app. Try your
hand at competing for the best
time on our Sphero race course.
Ages: 10–16.
Farmington
Code Camp for Kids
Learn how to create an application for Android hand-held
devices by using App Inventor2
and basic programming concepts
in this four-session camp led by
instructors from Dakota County
Technical College. Registration
required for each of the four sessions. Participants may only enroll
in one coding camp this summer.
Ages: 9–12.
Mon–Thu, June 27–30, 1–3 pm
Galaxie
Mon–Thu, July 11–14, 1–3 pm
Galaxie
Meet Lego Mindstorm
Experiment with Lego Mindstorm,
a beginner robotics kit that is used
to design, build and program your
own robot. Registration for both
sessions required. Ages: 10–16.
Tue & Wed, June 28 & 29, 1–4 pm
Pleasant Hill
Maker Space: Book Trailers
Make a book trailer at the Library’s
maker space during this foursession program. Choose and
discuss a book, and use professional video, audio and editing
equipment and software to film,
edit and share your trailer. Registration required for each of the
four sessions. Ages: 10–16.
Thursdays, July 7–28, 2–4 pm
Wescott
A-mazing Bee Bots
Learn pre-coding and early coding skills with Bee Bots and Pro
Bots. Use your new skills to help
the robot bees and cars navigate
mazes. Registration required.
Ages: 3–5.
Tue, July 12, 10:30–11:30 am
Pleasant Hill
Stop Motion Animation with
OgoBild
Create interesting characters using OgoBild parts and make your
own animated movie. Registration required. Ages: 10–15.
Farmington
Sat, July 16, 10:30–12:30 pm
Heritage
Snap Circuits and Little Bits
Experiment with Snap Circuits
and Little Bits kits to create
electronic gizmos. Registration
Tue, July 19, 10:30–11:30 am
Heritage
Code Warriors
Learn JavaScript coding basics
with the Code Warriors app and
lead your robot warriors in battle.
Ages: 10–16.
Farmington
Robotics Demonstration
Robotics — Meet Bee Bots
Discover cool robotics developed
by local Eagan schools and test
drive robots with the help of the
Robotics teams. Ages: 8–12.
Wescott
Come anytime to have fun learning pre-coding skills and help
Bee Bots programmable robot
bees navigate through mazes and
obstacles. Ages: 5–10.
Thu, Aug. 4, 10:30 am–noon
Inver Glen
Snap Circuits
Build fans that whirl, lights that
flash, and sirens that are buttonactivated with safe, snap-together
parts and an easy-to-follow circuit
project manual. Registration
Wed, July 27, 2–3:30 pm
Wentworth
Fri, Aug. 5, 10:30 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Lego Robotics: Mindstorm
Madness
Introduction to Robotics
Programming
Teen STEAM
Get a basic introduction to robotics programming with the Eagan
High School Robotics team and
learn how to build a robot and
make it do specific tasks. Registration required. Ages: 6–12.
Wescott
Work in teams of up to three to
build a robot and program it to
perform tasks in this two-part
workshop. Registration for both
days required. Limit one registration per team. Ages: 10–16.
Mon & Tue, Aug. 8 & 9, 2–5 pm
Wescott
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through
hands-on activities on circuitry,
robotics and other topics.
Ages: 10–14.
Tue, Aug. 9, 1:30–3 pm
Inver Glen
YOUTH PROGRAMS
know writing your
own story
know Waggin’ Tales
Teen Writers Workshop
Teen Writers Group
Waggin’ Tales
Enhance your descriptive writing
skills and discover your inner
author in this workshop led by
author Jacqueline West. Registration required. Ages: 12–15.
Tue, June 28, 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Heritage
Join other teen writers in doing
inspiring exercises, sharing feedback, being creative and having
fun. Ages: 10–16.
Inver Glen
Thu, July 7, 1–2:30 pm
Galaxie
Inver Glen
Bring your kids into the Library
to read to certified therapy dogs.
It’s not only fun, it helps develop
reading skills and fluency.
Ages: 5–10.
Farmington
Saturdays, 10:30–11:30 am
Galaxie
Heritage
Inver Glen
Saturdays, 11 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
Tuesdays, 11 am–noon
Robert Trail
Wescott
FAMILY
PROGRAMS
The Library offers great family fun at a great price — free. Whether you
want to listen to great tunes, watch theater performances, enter fun contests or be captivated with magic and comedy shows, the entire
family can enjoy the fun together. Programs are for all ages.
FAMILY PROGRAMS
know music, movies
and theater
Tropics Steel Drum Band*
Kick off your summer with
reggae, calypso, steel drum,
soca, ska, Latin, dance hall style
and other music genres performed by authentic Caribbean
instrumentalists at this upbeat
musical presentation.
Mon, July 11, 6–6:30 pm
Inver Glen
Wescott
City of Eagan Puppet Wagon
Bring a chair or blanket and
enjoy outdoor singing, dancing and entertainment for the
whole family. Bring pictures and
mail for the puppets to share.
Meet at our parking lot steps.
Wescott
Wescott
Mon, July 18, 6–6:30 pm
Wescott
Mon, July 25, 6–6:30 pm
Wescott
Mon, Aug. 1, 6–6:30 pm
Wescott
Mon, Aug. 8, 6–6:30 pm
Mon, Aug.15, 6–6:30 pm
Wescott
Children’s Stories from
India*
See Zaraawar Mistry, actor,
writer, director and producer
perform stories from his childhood in India that teach about
geography, history, creative
puzzle-solving and more. Presented by Dreamland Arts.
Wescott
Farmington
Mon, June 13, 6–6:30 pm
Wescott
Mon, June 20, 6–6:30 pm
Mon, June 27, 6–6:30 pm
Musician and Storyteller
Jack Pearson
Celebrate books, reading and
your imagination through
songs, stories and music on the
guitar, 5-string banjo, fiddle,
jawharp and limberjack, and
even an amplified toybox lid.
Mon, June 27, 10:30–11:15 am
Robert Trail
Lakeville Puppet Wagon
Enjoy a fun story and make a
craft during this outdoor program presented by the Lakeville
Park and Recreation Puppet
Wagon. Bring a chair or blanket.
Heritage Library.
Thu, July 21, 10:30–11:15 am
Heritage
Sat, June 25, 10:30–11:30 am
The Royal Guard
Fully-costumed Renaissance
characters teach about
history through entertaining
storytelling.
Wed, July 27, 10:30–11:15 am
Pleasant Hill
know magic, fun and
games
Playful Mindfulness
Workshop
Learn basic yoga poses, playful
games and creative techniques
to do every day or anytime you
need to combat stress or find
inner calm at this workshop
for children and families. Bring
a yoga mat or use one of ours.
Tue, June 7, 6:30–7:30 pm
Pleasant Hill
Fri, June 10, 2:30–3:30 pm
Burnhaven
Game Night
Bring your own board games
or play some of ours and enjoy
light refreshments.
Tue, June 21, 6:30–8 pm
Robert Trail
know science
and animals
Meet the Robots
Celebrate the start of summer
reading with a demonstration
by the Farmington High School
Robotics Team.
Fri, June 10, 10:30–11:30 am
Farmington
Normando The Great
Magical Comedy*
Laugh along as Normando
the Great performs magic tricks
and see why he won first place
at the Las Vegas Funniest
Magician contest.
Meet-up with RAD Zoo
Stop in anytime to meet frogs,
turtles, lizards, snakes and a
small alligator during this visit
by the RAD Zoo. A Farmington
Dew Days event.
Fri, June 17, 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Farmington
Mon, Aug. 22, 6:30–7:15 pm
Wentworth
Galaxie
Family Geocaching
Adventure
Learn how to find caches
through this basic geocaching
class and discover a world of
hidden treasures. A Farmington
Dew Days event.
Farmington
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Savvy service
Get help and personalized
book recommendations.
ASK A LIBRARIAN
BOOK MATCH
BOOK A LIBRARIAN
www.dakotacounty.us/library, click Ask a Librarian
FAMILY PROGRAMS
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
know more
Mad about magazines
Picnic and Ice Cream Social
Celebrate the start of summer.
Bring your own picnic lunch
and we’ll provide the ice cream.
Farmington Library.
Fix-It Clinic
Bring up to five small household
electronics, clothing, jewelry
or other items and get help
fixing your item. First come, first
served.
Farmington
Galaxie
Fri, June 10, 11:30 am–1 pm
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Contest
Think your cookies have what
it takes to win? Enter your best
chocolate chip cookies and see.
Pick up a registration form at the
library. A Farmington Dew Days
event.
Sat, June 18, noon–4 pm
Art Attack
Create a work of art using your
imagination and style and our
supplies.
Thu, July 7, 10:30–11:30 am
Robert Trail
Farmington
Read digital copies of favorite
magazines for free.
ZINIO
www.dakotacounty.us/library, search magazines
ADULT
PROGRAMS
Searching for a cheap night out — look no further than the Library.
Learn small business tips, meet local authors, try a new craft, enjoy great
music and more. Take a look at what’s being offered.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Author Rick Shefchik
know authors and
good books
Monthly Book Discussions
Join one of our monthly book discussion groups to delve into the
details of a good book. Call your
library or visit www.dakotacounty.
us/library for monthly book
discussion titles.
Burnhaven
Third Tuesday of the month
7 pm
Farmington
First Tuesday of the month
12:30 pm
Farmington — Books and Brew
Third Tuesday of the month
7 pm
Galaxie
Second Thursday of the month
7 pm
Heritage
First Thursday of the month
12:30 pm
OR
Last Wednesday of the month
7 pm
Inver Glen
First Monday of the month
7 pm
LeDuc History
First Thursday of the month
6:30 pm
LeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion Street
Hastings
Pleasant Hill
Monday, June 6
6:30 pm
Robert Trail
Last Tuesday of the month
7 pm
Robert Trail — History
Second Tuesday of the month
6:30 pm
Wentworth
First Tuesday of the month
6:30 pm
Wentworth Book Ends
Fourth Tuesday of the month
10:15 am
Wentworth — Mendota
Heights
Third Wednesday of the month
10 am
Mendota Elementary
1979 Summit Lane
Mendota Heights
Wescott
Third Thursday of the month
7 pm
Reminisce with Rick Shefchik as
he presents his book Everybody’s
Heard About the Bird: The True Story
of 1960s Rock ‘n’ Roll in Minnesota,
which features interviews with
key musicians, rare photographs
and extensive research. Shefchik
will sell and sign his book.
Mon, June 27, 6:30–7:30 pm
Inver Glen
Author Patrick Mader
Learn about the perseverance
and triumphs of 57 diverse Minnesota athletes as they pursued
their dreams to compete in the
Olympics through author Patrick
Mader’s Minnesota Gold. Mader
will sell and sign his books.
Heritage
Killer Thrillers Book Club
Classic and new mysteries and
thrillers. Register at 651-4038313. Visit www.dakotacounty.
us/library, search killer thrillers for
monthly titles.
Third Monday of the month
6:30 pm
Wentworth
Author Tim McDonnell
Hear local author Tim McDonnell introduce his new title, The
Contemplative Paddler’s Fireside
Companion and discuss his childhood growing up at his parents’
Gunflint Trail resort north of Grand
Marais. McDonnell will sell and
sign his books.
Galaxie
**Sponsored by the Metropolitan Library Service Agency
know arts and crafts
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Borrow books 24/7
Download good reads to your computer
or mobile device anytime.
3M CLOUD LIBRARY
ONECLICK DIGITAL
OVERDRIVE EBOOKS
www.dakotacounty.us/library, click books & materials
Open Knitting
Join other knitters in an informal
setting. Learn new stitches, get
help with unfinished projects
or just enjoy new friends while
you work. Other crafters also
welcome.
Farmington
Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 pm
June 1–29; July 6–27; Aug. 3–31
Of Bees and Butterflies*
Learn about pollinator-friendly
gardens from naturalist Larry
Wade and create a beautiful garden container for pollinator plants
with artist Jeanette Dickinson.
Presented by ArtStart. Registration
required.
Sat, June 11, 2–4 pm
Burnhaven
Coloring for Adults
Coloring isn’t just for kids anymore. Use coloring as a way to
relax and unwind while listening
to soothing background music.
Tue, June 7, 6:30–8 pm
Robert Trail
Wentworth
Fri, June 17, 2–3:30 pm
Burnhaven
Pleasant Hill
Tue, July 12, 6:30–8 pm
Burnhaven
Wentworth
Tue, July 19, 6:30-8 pm
Robert Trail
Fri, Aug. 12, 2–3:30 pm
Burnhaven
Fri, Aug. 12, 2–3:30 pm
Burnhaven
Wentworth
Pleasant Hill
Hand Painted Tiles*
Paint original designs on ceramic
tiles using alcohol inks. Learn what
makes an interesting composition and how to combine bold
colors to create impact. Presented
by Eagan Art House. Registration
required.
Pleasant Hill
Vision Board Class*
Use collage elements to create a
vision board that will help focus
your dreams and desires to make
them a reality. Presented by Lulu
Bea’s of Lakeville. Registration
required.
Galaxie
Clay Garden Animals*
Create whimsical clay turtles or
frogs to live in your garden. Creations will be fired and ready for
pick up at a later date. Presented
by Eagan Art House. Registration
required.
Robert Trail
Wescott
Batiks of India*
Learn about Indian culture and
textile arts and create a colorful
batik with wax, cloth and dyes.
Wear it, frame it or decorate with
it. Presented by ArtStart. Registration required.
Farmington
ADULT PROGRAMS
Bengala Mud Dyeing
Create a uniquely patterned silk
scarf using Bengala dyes that are
made from soil and are environmentally safe. Presented by the
Weavers Guild of Minnesota.
Wentworth
Figurative Florals
Watercolor Class*
Create fantastic florals in abstract
shapes that blend and pop on the
page through the unpredictable
flow of watercolors. Presented by
Lulu Bea’s of Lakeville. Registration
required.
Galaxie
Western Pamphlet Books*
Create your own classic hardcover
journal with the versatile western
binding-stitch that is used for
making books ranging from ‘zines
and to beautiful hardcover journals. Presented by the Minnesota
Center for Book Arts. Registration
required.
Wentworth
Galactic Galaxy
Watercolor Class*
Paint your own starry galaxy in
this fun and intuitive watercolor
class. Bring your curious spirit and
be ready to put paint to page. Presented by Lulu Bea’s of Lakeville.
Galaxie
Collage Art*
Capture memories with collage
techniques that use various
transfer methods, relief printmaking, direct collage, drawing and
painting. Bring personal photos
and other memorabilia to work
with in class. Presented by Artistry.
Burnhaven
Art Styles of the Masters —
Matisse*
Explore the paper-cutting techniques of Henri Matisse and use
construction paper and collage
to create colorful Matisse-inspired
images. Presented by Artistry.
Farmington
Pop-up Cards*
Learn a variety of techniques to
create unique pop-up cards for
every occasion. Presented by the
Minnesota Center for Book Arts.
Inver Glen
Zentangle
Draw structured patterns to
create beautiful images through
easy-to-learn Zentangle techniques by Victoria Welch. Registration required.
Heritage
Leatherwork —
The Medicine Bag*
Learn the significance of medicine
bags to indigenous cultures
from artist Armando Gutierrez
G. Use soft leather, leather tools
and beads to create your own.
Presented by ArtStart.
Pleasant Hill
Painting on Glass*
Use centuries-old techniques
brought to the Americas by
Spaniards and other Europeans to
create a work of art on Plexiglas
or other translucent material that
sparkles in the light. Presented by
Wescott
Watercolor Painting*
Discover basic watercolor painting techniques including layering,
brush selection and mark making.
Use these techniques to create art
pieces from photographs, still life
subjects or memory. Presented by
Artistry. Registration required.
Robert Trail
Gees Bend Quilters*
Combine papers, fabric and paint
to design and create your own
mini-quilt inspired by the brilliant,
bold and dynamic quilts made by
women who live in the isolated
African-American town of Gee’s
Bend, Alabama. Presented by
Wentworth
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Learn the language
Learn Spanish, French, Japanese and
other languages with self-paced online
learning systems.
MANGO LITTLE PIM
TRANSPARENT LANGUAGES
www.dakotacounty.us/library, search language & travel
know gardening
Plant Health Care
Diagnostic Clinic
Bring your gardening questions
or samples of weeds, fruits,
vegetables, trees, shrubs, turf or
insects to these Dakota County
Master Gardener diagnostic clinics
for identification
or recommendations.
Galaxie
Robert Trail
Robert Trail
From Fresh to Frozen
Learn how to preserve the
bounty of your garden with new
recipes and preservation methods
including freezing — one of the
safest, quickest and most economical ways to preserve foods.
Presented by Dakota County
Master Gardeners.
Robert Trail
know small business
Flower Arranging
Learn to arrange flowers in attractive displays for fun or profit.
Bring your own vase and real or
artificial flowers if you’d like or use
ours. Presented by Jeannie Weiers.
Pleasant Hill
Flower Bulbs and Their Care
Learn about the different types of
flower bulbs and how to care for,
store and force them. Presented
by the Dakota County Master
Gardeners.
Sat, Aug. 20, 11 am–noon
Pleasant Hill
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Repair your
ride
Do-it-yourself repair and maintenance for cars,
motorcycles, boats and more.
Small Business Counseling
with SCORE
Get free confidential counseling
from SCORE, a non-profit business counseling and mentoring
organization. An experienced
SCORE counselor will help you
navigate all aspects of planning
or operating your small business.
Appointment required. Email Jim
at [email protected].
Third Tuesday of the month,
5–7 pm
Wescott
Writing a Business Plan—
A Simplified Method**
Learn a simple method to create
a business plan with Bob Voss,
Dakota County Technical College
instructor and author of Will My
New Business Succeed? and 21
Question Business Plan. Sponsored
in part by South Metro SCORE.
Wed, June 22, 10:30 am–noon
Robert Trail
Going into Business**
Get help navigating all aspects
of planning and operating your
small business from South Metro
SCORE, a nonprofit business
counseling and mentoring organization. Registration required.
Wentworth
Facebook 201 for Businesses
and Organizations**
Learn how to optimize your
business Facebook page with
this presentation on strategic
marketing approaches based
on audience and organizational
goals, and through advertising
and promoted posts. Bring your
tablet or laptop if you have one.
Presented by Twin Cities Media
Alliance. Registration required.
Farmington
Raising Capital for Small
Businesses
Representatives from local banks,
savings and loans, and the Small
Business Administration will
present lending opportunities for
small businesses followed by a
question and answer and consultation period. Sponsored in part
by South Metro SCORE. Registration required.
Wed, July 20, 10:30 am–noon
Galaxie
ALLDATA ONLINE (IN-LIBRARY ONLY)
SMALL ENGINE REPAIR REFERENCE CENTER
www.dakotacounty.us/library, search automotive
ADULT PROGRAMS
know more
Legal Assistance of
Dakota County
Receive a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney
regarding Family Law matters,
such as domestic abuse, custody,
child support or visitation. Call
952-431-3200 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Wed, June 1, 12:30–4:30 pm
Wentworth
Tue, June 21, 3:30–8:30 pm
Wentworth
Wed, July 6, 12:30–4:30 pm
Wentworth
Tue, July 19, 3:30–8:30 pm
Wentworth
Wed, Aug. 3, 12:30–4:30 pm
Wentworth
Tue, Aug. 16, 3:30–8:30 pm
Wentworth
Free Divorce Clinic
Get help with divorce paperwork
using Minnesota I-Can. Presented
by the Dakota County Law Library,
Legal Assistance of Dakota
County, the Minnesota Justice
Foundation, and volunteer attorneys and law students. Registration required. Call 952-431-3200.
Galaxie
Galaxie
Galaxie
Simple Steps to Treat
Fibromyalgia Pain
Learn about self-care, activity
prioritization and how to reduce
symptoms to manage the chronic
fatigue and pain from fibromyalgia. Presented by Dr. Tony Felton
from Healthsource Chiropractic
and Progressive Wellness. Registration required.
Galaxie
Saving Money, the Planet,
and Your Sanity
Discover how to use second-hand
and found materials for remodeling, decorating, landscaping,
dressing and more from Certified
Master Recycler Holly Jurgeson.
Jurgeson will talk about her book
— Free, Green, and Frugally Rich:
Scenes from a Joyful Life — and
share how she found financial
freedom and spiritual peace by
living lightly on the earth.
Thu, June 23, 6:30–8 pm
Heritage
Antique Appraisal
Antiques expert Mark Moran
will be on hand to evaluate and
appraise old toys, clocks, costume
jewelry, artwork, vintage photographs, glassware and more. Participant registration required for
appraisal. Registration opens June
21. Limit one item per person.
Spectators welcome.
Pleasant Hill
WORKFORCE
& COMPUTER
PROGRAMS
Whether you’re sharpening your résumé writing skills or learning how to maneuver
in Excel, we can help you. With programs offered at a variety of library locations and
times, you’re sure to find one that works with your schedule.
WORKFORCE & COMPUTER PROGRAMS
know how to
land the job
MS Excel Basics for Building Job Skills — Part 2**
Learn more about working with multiple worksheets, formulas,
mouse pointers and charting basics. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel or
Excel Basics for Building Job Skills — Part 1. Presented by the Science
Museum of Minnesota Computer Education Center.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Mon, June 27
6–8 pm
Galaxie
June 13
know computers,
apps and the
world wide web
Computer and Internet Basics
Learn the parts and uses of a computer and how to use the
mouse and keyboard, and familiarize yourself with computer
terms and how to navigate the Internet. This class is for PC users.
Prerequisite: None.
Computer Essentials 2**
This class is for current Windows users who want to develop
a better understanding of their computer. Discover the computer skills used daily in the workplace and learn tips and shortcuts
that will increase your efficiency and save time. Prerequisite: Computer and Internet Basics class and/or ability to use a mouse. Taught
by the Science Museum of Minnesota Computer
Education Center.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, June 7
2–4 pm
Burnhaven
May 24
Microsoft Word
Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing program. Create a document using many of the software
features. Learn to format, set margins and save your document.
Prerequisite: Computer and Internet Basics class and/or ability to use
the mouse.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, July 21
10 am–noon
Galaxie
July 7
Wed, Aug. 10
6–8 pm
Robert Trail
July 27
Wed, Aug. 17
10:30 am–12:30 pm
Inver Glen
Aug. 3
Microsoft Excel
This class covers the basics of using Microsoft Excel spreadsheet
software through the example of a family budget. Prerequisite:
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word or equivalent.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Mon, June 13
6–8 pm
Galaxie
May 31
Thu, June 2
10 am–noon
Robert Trail
May 19
Mon, July 18
10:15 am–12:15 pm
Burnhaven
July 5
Wed, June 15
10 am–noon
Wescott
June 1
Wed, July 6
10 am–noon
Galaxie
June 22
Wed, July 13
2–4 pm
Burnhaven
June 29
Tue, Aug. 16
6–8 pm
Farmington
Aug. 2
Tablet Basics
Learn the basics of your Android, iPad, Kindle Fire or Nook tablet
as well as ways to customize your device and install apps. Bring
your tablet or use one of ours. Prerequisite: None.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, July 12
10 am–noon
Robert Trail
June 28
Tue, Aug. 16
6–8 pm
Heritage
Aug. 2
iPad Basics
Use our iPads to learn about basic controls, settings, web browsing, apps and uses of this popular tablet. Prerequisite: None.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Mon, Aug. 8
10 am–noon
Galaxie
July 25
Wed, Aug. 17
10:30 am–12:30 pm
Wentworth
Aug. 3
Accessibility Options on the iPad
Learn about some of the accessibility options built into the iPad
as well as a few free or inexpensive apps. iPads will be available
to use during class.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Wed, July 13
1–3 pm
Pleasant Hill
June 29
Fri, Aug. 19
10:15 am–12:15 pm
Burnhaven
Aug. 5
One-on-One E-book and Technology Help
If you need extra help on the computer, setting up e-book apps,
have questions about surfing the Internet or setting up an email
account, or just need help working on a document, you can get
one-to-one instruction at the Library. Drop in any time during
our One-on-One E-book and Technology Help sessions — no
registration required.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, June 2–Aug. 25
2–3:30 pm
Pleasant Hill
No Registration
Fri, June 3–Aug. 26
1–3 pm
Galaxie
No Registration
Drop-in E-book Sessions
Drop in and get help downloading e-books to your device for
free at the Library. No registration necessary.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, June 2–Aug. 25
6–7:30 pm
Galaxie
No Registration
Tue, June 7–Aug. 30
10–11:30 am
Burnhaven
No Registration
WORKFORCE & COMPUTER PROGRAMS
Facebook Basics
Learn about the online social network Facebook and start joining
the conversation, sharing pictures and finding out what your
friends and family are up to — without compromising your
privacy. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, July 28
2:30–4:30 pm
Galaxie
July 14
Twitter 101**
Learn to use Twitter to connect with friends, colleagues and
potential customers. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge.
Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, June 28
6–8 pm
Inver Glen
June 14
Make the Most of Google Docs**
This class is for current Windows users who want to develop a
better understanding of their computer. Discover the computer
skills used daily in the workplace. Learn tips and shortcuts that
will increase your efficiency and save time. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge. Presented by the Science Museum of Minnesota
Computer Education Center.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, June 16
6–8 pm
Pleasant Hill
June 2
Thu, July 21
10:30 am–12:30 pm
Heritage
July 7
Protect Your Online Privacy**
From social media to search engines and email to online purchasing — modern life leaves digital footprints everywhere we
go. Discover the tools and techniques you can use to protect
your privacy, browse anonymously and encrypt information.
Prerequisite: None. Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Wed, June 22
6–8 pm
Robert Trail
June 8
Senior Surf Day
Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet
and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Get handson computer experience with help from Senior LinkAge Line®
representatives. Prerequisite: None. Presented in partnership with
Minnesota Board on Aging and Metropolitan Area Agency on
Aging.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, Aug. 23
10 am–noon
Galaxie
Aug. 9
Family History on the Internet
Explore the world of Internet genealogy, discover some of the
best free genealogy websites and learn to use Ancestry Library
Edition free at the Library. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Wed, Aug. 17
2:30–4:30 pm
Galaxie
Aug. 3
Photos on the Go**
Instagram and Snapchat are two photo- and video-sharing apps
that are quick, easy and increasingly popular. Learn the basics of
using both apps: follow your friends, share your moments and
interact with ease. Bring your smart phone, tablet or laptop if you
have one. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge. Presented by Twin
Cities Media Alliance.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, July 19
6–8 pm
Wentworth
July 5
ONLINE.
ANYTIME.
Learn with Lynda
Get free skills training in technology,
creative techniques and business.
www.dakotacounty.us/library, search science & technology
How to Start a Personal or Business Blog**
Discover how blogs have become a centerpiece of business and
personal communication in this informational session. Learn the
tools to get you started no matter your blogging goals — and
set yourself up for success. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. Presented by Twin Cities Media Alliance.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Tue, July 26
6–8 pm
Wescott
July 12
3D Modeling Lab
Learn the basics of 3D modeling using the free online tool
Tinkercad, and make your own basic design. No 3D printing
or modeling experience is necessary. Prerequisite: Basic
computer skills.
Date
Time
Location
Registration begins
Thu, Aug. 4
2–4 pm
Wescott
July 24
Hours and
Locations
Renewal Line 651-450-2999
Library Administration 651-450-2925
*May 28–Sept. 4 (2016)
**Sept. 11–May 26 (2017)
Burnhaven Library
Galaxie Library
Pleasant Hill Library
Wentworth Library
Farmington Library
Heritage Library
Robert Trail Library
Wescott Library
Inver Glen Library
South St. Paul Library
1101 W. County Road 42
Burnsville
952-891-0300
M–Th��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun�� 1–5 pm**
508 Third St.
Farmington
651-438-0250
M–W �� Noon–8:30 pm
Th–Sat��10 am–5:30 pm
Summer hours*
M,T ��10 am–8:30 pm
W–F��10 am–5:30 pm
Sat �� 10 am–2 pm
14955 Galaxie Ave.
Apple Valley
952-891-7045
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm
20085 Heritage Drive
Lakeville
952-891-0360
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm**
8098 Blaine Ave.
Inver Grove Heights
651-554-6840
M–W �� Noon–8:30 pm
Th–Sat��10 am–5:30 pm
Summer hours*
M,T ��10 am–8:30 pm
W–F��10 am–5:30 pm
Sat �� 10 am–2 pm
1490 S. Frontage Road
Hastings
651-438-0200
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm**
14395 S. Robert Trail
Rosemount
651-480-1200
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm**
106 Third Ave. N.
South St. Paul
651-554-3240
M,Th �� 9 am–8 pm
T, W, F�� 9 am–6 pm
Sat��10 am–4 pm**
199 E. Wentworth Ave.
West St. Paul
651-554-6800
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm**
1340 Wescott Road
Eagan
651-450-2900
M–Th ��10 am–8:30 pm
F, Sat ��10 am–5:30 pm
Sun �� 1–5 pm**

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