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Grades K-5 // Tinkertown explores the materials, tools, and processes in Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) as we tinker, design, and create!
This month: Learn about the upcoming solar eclipse as we test out materials that will keep us safe from UV radiation.
Eclipse glasses will be distributed at the event while supplies last. Attendance is required to receive a pair of glasses.
Questions? Contact Andrea
Monthly
Have a puzzle you don't need any longer? Leave a puzzle - any size, any kind - take a puzzle. Every age and skill level welcome!
Twice weekly
Mon & Weds from 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Build reading confidence and fluency by reading together! Stop by the library for one-on-one read-aloud time with a volunteer Reading Buddy.
All ages welcome!
Enjoy an afternoon of traditional Danish folk music
Sun, Oct 1 @ 3:00 pm
SONNICH LYDOM (accordion, harmonica, vocals) and KRISTIAN BUGGE (fiddle, vocals) of Gangspil will take you on an entertaining and variated journey through the traditions of Danish folk music. These lively musicians perform old dance tunes and songs from every corner of their Scandinavian home country.
Free will donations to support the North Country Fiddle and Dance accepted at the door.
Sponsored in part by the East Grand Forks Arts and Crafts Council.
Mon, Oct 2 @ 5:30pm
All ages // Join us for some fun Fall pumpkin craft projects! Make your own fall décor with these easy no-sew fabric pumpkins and book page pumpkins!
Book Reading & Signing
Tues, Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm
Marcie Rendon, author of the popular Cash Blackbear mystery series, will be at the library for a book reading and signing!
Monthly // Last Tuesday
*DATE CHANGE*
Tues, Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm
In lieu of our regular September meeting we'll meet a week later to visit with author Marcie Rendon!
Looking for a fun way to enjoy books and meet new people? Join our book club! This month we're reading Murder on the Red River by Marcie Rendon (also in e-book, e-audio, and CD audio).
for all ages and skill levels!
Sat, Oct 7 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
All ages // Explore different art tools and make something fun to bring home. Event is free. Supplies provided.
Monthly
Tues, Oct 10 @ 5:30pm
Bring your latest project, exchange ideas and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters/crocheters for this meet up group with those that share a "common thread" with you.
This is not an instructional class, however, there may be other knitters or crocheters who can help guide you if you'd like to learn how to knit or crochet.
Twice Monthly // 2nd & 4th Weds
Need help navigating your new cell or installing an app? Trouble sending an attachment via email? Have questions about your laptop or e-reader? Stop by the library for a little tech help!
8 am - 5 pm
Fri, Oct 13
Sat, Oct 14
Support your library at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Please bring your own bags and boxes for your purchases.
$5 Bag Sale: Sat @ Noon - 5 pm
Teachers Shop Free: Sat @ 4 - 5 pm
Monthly
Sat, Oct 14 @ noon
Pick a recipe from the cookbook of the month. Each member brings a different dish. Share your thoughts about your recipe, the month's cookbook choice, and different ideas.
Monthly
Mon, Oct 16 @ 5:00 pm
All ages // Are you a Master Builder or want to be one? Join us for LEGO Club! You can build to a theme or build something completely new. LEGOs supplied.
Crafting event
Tues, Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm
All ages // Make a simple ghost painting using a squeegee and a cotton swab. All supplies provided. All are welcome.
Monthly // Every 3rd Thursday
Thurs, Oct 19 @ 5:30 pm
What we're watching
All ages welcome! If you love anime or are interested in learning about it, Anime Club is for you. At our monthly meetings, we watch anime, discuss new manga, play games, and learn about Japanese culture.
Questions? Contact Cody at crasmussen@egflibrary.org
Fri, Oct 20 @ 10 am
For adults with disabilities and their helpers // Come and make art with artist Brenda Baumer!
This event is funded in part by a grant from the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council and the Minnesota arts and cultural heritage fund.
Tues, Oct 24 @ 6:00 pm
All ages // Meet Mike Arturi, drummer for The Lovin’ Spoonful and teaching artist for COMPAS MN, and hear how drumming and music gave him the life skills that guided him through a lifelong career in music. Mike shares his lifetime of experience in order to encourage others in whatever they are taking on in life.
On Display: Sept 11 - Oct 20
Stop by the library to enjoy selected works from the River Forks Watercolor Society.
Mon, Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm
All ages // Get ready to unleash your inner storyteller and let your imagination run wild during this interactive, collaborative story-building event.
Wed, Oct 25 from 4:00 - 5:30pm
All Ages // Do you like making doodling and making art? Grab your sketchbook and drop in for a fun, informal drawing time! All ages and skill levels welcome.
Mon, Oct 30 @ 5:30pm
All ages // Come and make some spooky perler bead creations. We'll have patterns and beads available; just bring your imagination!
It's time to level-up!
Tues, Oct 31 from 5:00 - 6:30 pm
All ages // We'll have a Switch set up with some of our favorite games for you to try. Or bring your own handheld console/games (Nintendo Switch, mobile phone, etc.) to play with others.
Monthly
2nd Wednesday @ 10 am
Children ages 0-5 (and their grown-ups too!) // We'll engage our senses of sight, sound, smell, touch, balance, and movement while we read stories and sing songs.
Weekly
Wednesdays @ 10 am
Children ages 0-5 (and their grown-ups too!) // Make music, move your body, and get your wiggles out in this high energy, interactive storytime.
Weekly // Mondays & Thursdays @ 10 am
Children ages 0-5 (and their grown-ups too!) // Read stories, sing songs, and have fun with Miss Andrea!
Get two books, materials for two crafts, and a supplemental activity! Kits are available for check out during open hours or through Front Door Pick-Up.
Kits offered change frequently, so call us or stop in to see our current selection.
We also have Dial-a-Stories!