Stone Soup Storytime with Author Christel Gollnick (November 13-15, 2025)
Discover the enduring legend of Stone Soup with a special Storytime featuring author Christel Gollnick.
It Took Courage with Author Christopher Lehman (October 23-25, 2025)
In 1860, Eliza Winston secured her freedom through a legal appeal after escaping enslavement in Minnesota. In It Took Courage, author Christopher P. Lehman sets the record straight, separating fact from fiction and showcasing Eliza Winston’s remarkable battle for freedom.
Genealogy 101 with Rick Crume (October 2-29, 2025)
Genealogy expert Rick Crume will lead a one hour long presentation on how to access and utilize the genealogy databases available through the library.
Kitchens of Hope with “The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book” Author Lee Svitak Dean (October 6-8, 2025)
Join your library to hear about “The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book” author Lee Svitak Dean’s latest project, a book called “Kitchens of Hope.”
A Minnesota Original: Governor Rudy Perpich with Ben Schierer (October 9-21, 2025)
Hear the behind-the-scenes stories of Minnesota’s longest-serving governors, Rudy Perpich, with a historical presentation by author Ben Schierer.
The Thirteenth Crime: Lillie’s Ghost with Author Janet Preus (October 14-16)
Minnesota author Janet Preus will lead audiences through the historic events surrounding the death of Lillie Field, the subject of her book, The Thirteenth Crime, which is set in 1887’s Ottertail County. A Q&A session and book signing will follow…
Becoming Little Shell with Author Chris La Tray (September 24, 2025)
Chris La Tray, author of Becoming Little Shell, will share his journey of discovering his heritage and the history of his ancestors.
Project : Constellation Scandinavian Music (September 19-October 18, 2025)
Join your library for an entertaining performance of Scandinavian music featuring Norwegian and Swedish songs sung in their original languages.
Storytelling with Woodcarver Jerry Ness (September 9-23, 2025)
Join your library for entertaining stories and learn from woodcarver and storyteller Jerry Ness. Ness will guide audiences through the process of creating handcarved figures as well as share the stories which inspire his art.
Vikings in the Attic with Eric Dregni (September 11-13, 2025)
Author Eric Dregni (For the Love of Cod, In Cod We Trust) will discuss his book Vikings in the Attic and will lead audiences on an exploration of the historic sites, cultural impact and traditions of Scandinavians in the Midwest.