Calendar

Film Screening: The Right to Read

Join the Rice County Area United Way in the library's Great Hall for a screening of the film, The Right to Read. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited and advance registration is requested. Please call the library 507-334-2089 or email dbuendorf@selco.info to reserve your seat. ABOUT THE FILM: The Right to Read shares the stories of an activist, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptUYVHDeHOw MORE ABOUT THE FILM: https://www.therighttoreadfilm.org/

Artists' Corner: Learn to Draw (Ages 16 - Adult)

Join local Artist Kate Langlais as she leads free drawing classes for ages 16 - Adult. 3rd Floor Makerspace. Drop in. No registration required. All supplies included. Kate is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Artists' Corner: Learn to Draw (Ages 16 - Adult)

Join local Artist Kate Langlais as she leads free drawing classes for ages 16 - Adult. 3rd Floor Makerspace. Drop in. No registration required. All supplies included. Kate is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

5 Minute Bedtime Stories - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni for a virtual 5 minute bedtime story right here on the library's Facebook page or on our YouTube page at 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Look for the playlist titled "5 Minute Bedtime Stories."

5 Minute Bedtime Stories - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni for a virtual 5 minute bedtime story right here on the library's Facebook page or on our YouTube page at 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Look for the playlist titled "5 Minute Bedtime Stories."

Storytime Share & Tell on Zoom - Fall 2023

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED!* Email Ms. Deni to get the Zoom link! dbuendorf@selco.info Storytime Share & Tell is intended for youth from birth to preK with an actively participating adult caregiver. Older children and siblings are always welcome. To receive the Zoom meeting invitation, send me a message here on FB or an email: dbuendorf@selco.info

Storytime In Person - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni in the children's early literacy play area of the library for STORYTIME on Thursdays at 10am! Storytime is intended for children ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. We'll share stories and songs and fun! Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Older siblings and friends are always welcome. The last storytime for the fall schedule is 11/16. Stay tuned for the winter schedule!

ECFE Activities at the Library after Storytime!

Join ECFE at the library for an extension activity after storytime ends.

Books & Brownies Book Club (grades 2-5)

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED!* Call, message on FB, or email Ms. Deni to register: dbuendorf@selco.info Books & Brownies is an informal book club for youth in grades 2-5. We meet monthly during the school year to discuss books we’ve chosen to read from an assigned genre or topic. For this meeting read any graphic novel of your choice and come prepared to share about it. Future meeting dates and genres/topics will be announced in advance on the library’s website and Facebook page. Contact Ms. Deni with any questions: dbuendorf@selco.info or 507-334-2089

5 Minute Bedtime Stories - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni for a virtual 5 minute bedtime story right here on the library's Facebook page or on our YouTube page at 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Look for the playlist titled "5 Minute Bedtime Stories."

Storytime Share & Tell on Zoom - Fall 2023

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED!* Email Ms. Deni to get the Zoom link! dbuendorf@selco.info Storytime Share & Tell is intended for youth from birth to preK with an actively participating adult caregiver. Older children and siblings are always welcome. To receive the Zoom meeting invitation, send me a message here on FB or an email: dbuendorf@selco.info

Storytime In Person - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni in the children's early literacy play area of the library for STORYTIME on Thursdays at 10am! Storytime is intended for children ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. We'll share stories and songs and fun! Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Older siblings and friends are always welcome. The last storytime for the fall schedule is 11/16. Stay tuned for the winter schedule!

5 Minute Bedtime Stories - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni for a virtual 5 minute bedtime story right here on the library's Facebook page or on our YouTube page at 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Look for the playlist titled "5 Minute Bedtime Stories."

Storytime Share & Tell on Zoom - Fall 2023

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED!* Email Ms. Deni to get the Zoom link! dbuendorf@selco.info Storytime Share & Tell is intended for youth from birth to preK with an actively participating adult caregiver. Older children and siblings are always welcome. To receive the Zoom meeting invitation, send me a message here on FB or an email: dbuendorf@selco.info

Storytime In Person - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni in the children's early literacy play area of the library for STORYTIME on Thursdays at 10am! Storytime is intended for children ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. We'll share stories and songs and fun! Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Older siblings and friends are always welcome. The last storytime for the fall schedule is 11/16. Stay tuned for the winter schedule!

5 Minute Bedtime Stories - Fall 2023

Join Ms. Deni for a virtual 5 minute bedtime story right here on the library's Facebook page or on our YouTube page at 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Look for the playlist titled "5 Minute Bedtime Stories."

Teen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB) (grades 6-12)

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is for youth in grades 6-12. Contact Ms. Deni for more information about application and membership requirements: dbuendorf@selco.info

3D Printing Open House

Pizza & Pages Book Club (grades 6-12)

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED!* Call the library, send a FB message, or email Ms. Deni to register: dbuendorf@selco.info Pizza & Pages is an informal book club for youth in grades 6-12. We meet monthly during the school year to discuss books we’ve chosen to read from an assigned genre or topic. For this meeting read any graphic novel of your choice and come prepared to share about it. Future meeting dates and genres/topics will be announced in advance on the library’s website and Facebook page. Contact Ms. Deni with any questions: dbuendorf@selco.info or 507-334-2089