Library Events
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Homework Hub
Tuesdays, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21 & May 28, 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Free in-person tutoring for K-12 students. No advance sign-up needed.
Funded by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
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Meet the Author: Kelly Barnhill
Tuesday, May 21, 6:30 p.m.
For families. Barnhill, author of "Iron Hearted Violet" and "The Mostly True Story of Jack," will talk about her published works, and offer glimpses of her future publications. While her books are considered children's novels, her storylines and complex world-building make her a great author for all ages. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
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Socrates Café
Tuesday, May 21, 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Nokomis Beach Coffee, 4956 28th Ave. S., Minneapolis
Sit back and philosophize with your friends and neighbors. The topic is decided by popular vote at the beginning of the meeting. All welcomed; no experience necessary. The concept of Socrates Café is based on the book of the same name by Christopher Phillips.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
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Homework Hub
Wednesdays, March 6, March 13, March 20, March 27, April 10, April 17, April 24, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22 & May 29, 3:30 – 6 p.m.
Free in-person tutoring for K-12 students. No advance sign-up needed.
Funded by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
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Fearless and Friendly Knitting Group
Wednesday, May 22, 10a.m.–noon
For men and women at all skill levels. Make new friends while creating your own handmade masterpieces! Drop in, or stay the whole time. Learn how to knit or practice new techniques. Bring your own needles and yarn, please. Other needlecrafts welcome!
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
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Homework Hub
Thursdays, March 7, March 14, March 21, March 28, April 11, April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23 & May 30, 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Free in-person tutoring for K-12 students. No advance sign-up needed.
Funded by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
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Friends of the Hennepin County Library -- Nokomis Adult Book Club
Thursday, May 23, 6:30p.m.
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
What We're Reading:
March 28: The Sense of an Ending , by Julian Barnes .
April 25: The Lifeboat, by Charlotte Rogan.
May 23: The Tortilla Curtain, by T.C. Boyle.
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Friday Night Video Gaming
Fridays, March 1, March 8, March 15, March 22, March 29, April 5, April 12, April 19, May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24 & May 31, 4:00 – 6 p.m.
For teens. Join fellow game enthusiasts for Xbox 360 gaming every Friday. Games will include Halo, Games of War 3 and more. Game suggestions welcome. Free and open to anyone 16 and over or with parental consent.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
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Fearless and Friendly Knitting Group
Tuesday, May 28, 6–8 p.m.
For men and women at all skill levels. Make new friends while creating your own handmade masterpieces! Drop in, or stay the whole time. Learn how to knit or practice new techniques. Bring your own needles and yarn, please. Other needlecrafts welcome!
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
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Mystery/Thriller Adult Book Club
Tuesday, June 4, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 2, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery and thriller titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk starting one month prior to meeting.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
What We're Reading:
June 4: Ghost Hero, by S. J. Rozan.
July 2: The Return of Captain John Emmett, by Elizabeth Speller.
August 6: The Gods of Gotham , by Lyndsay Faye.
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55+ Book Club
Wednesday, June 5, 3 p.m.
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk starting one month prior to meeting.
Sponsored by Friends of the Nokomis Library.
What We're Reading:
June 5: The Hare with Amber Eyes, by Edmund de Waal.
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