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“Kitchen Junket” with Bob and Julie Walser
Sumner Library Saturday, July 14, 2–3 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 16. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
What dances were popular in Minnesota 100 years ago? All ages are invited to enjoy a live music performance and kick up your heels and dance!
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“Kitchen Junket” with Bob and Julie Walser
Eden Prairie Library Saturday, July 21, 2–3 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 23. Register online or call 612-543-6275.
What dances were popular in Minnesota 100 years ago? All ages are invited to enjoy a live music performance and kick up your heels and dance!
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“Kitchen Junket” with Bob and Julie Walser
Brooklyn Park Library Thursday, July 19, 4–5 p.m.
Held at Eidem Homestead, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Registration required, begins Jun 21. Register online or call 612-543-6225.
What dances were popular in Minnesota 100 years ago? All ages are invited to enjoy a live music performance and kick up your heels and dance!
Location: Eidem Homestead, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park .
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“Kitchen Junket” with Bob and Julie Walser
Golden Valley Library Monday, June 11, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
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What dances were popular in Minnesota 100 years ago? All ages are invited to enjoy a live music performance and kick up your heels and dance!
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Act Out for Adults: History of Theater
Rogers Library Monday, July 23, 6:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 25. Register online or call 612-543-6050.
Explore some of the major theater movements of our time in a fun, interactive and inspiring way. An experienced Guthrie teaching artist will provide a peek at how theater from the past connects to the theater today. For both avid theater-goers and people who just have an interest!
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Act Out for Adults: History of Theater
Pierre Bottineau Library Thursday, July 12, 6–7:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 14. Register online or call 612-543-6850.
Explore some of the major theater movements of our time in a fun, interactive and inspiring way. An experienced Guthrie teaching artist will provide a peek at how theater from the past connects to the theater today. For both avid theater-goers and people who just have an interest!
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Act Out for Adults: History of Theater
St. Anthony Library Monday, Aug. 6, 6:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 9. Register online or call 612-543-6075.
Explore some of the major theater movements of our time in a fun, interactive and inspiring way. An experienced Guthrie teaching artist will provide a peek at how theater from the past connects to the theater today. For both avid theater-goers and people who just have an interest!
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Act Out for Adults: Play Reading
Golden Valley Library Tuesday, July 17, 6:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 19. Register online or call 612-543-6375.
You will put on the shoes of the actor and read a play aloud. Get an insider’s peek at the play and the production. Led by a Guthrie teaching artist. No experience necessary!
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Act Out for Kids: Acting Games for Beginners
St. Anthony Library Tuesday, July 17, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 19. Register online or call 612-543-6075.
Entering grades 3-5. Learn the tricks of the trade from an experienced Guthrie teaching artist. Rev up your creative juices, tune up your spontaneity and learn to stay in the moment. No experience necessary, but get ready to play!
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
Brookdale Library Tuesday, June 26, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 29. Register online or call 612-543-5600.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
Osseo Library Monday, July 23, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 25. Register online or call 612-543-5750.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
Minneapolis Central Library Thursday, Aug. 2, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 5. Register online or call 612-543-8000.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
Champlin Library Thursday, July 26, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 28. Register online or call 612-543-6250.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
Augsburg Park Library Monday, July 16, 6:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 18. Register online or call 612-543-6200.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Playmaking
East Lake Library Thursday, July 19, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 21. Register online or call 612-543-8425.
Entering grades 3-5. Let your imagination run wild! Using themes from children’s literature, myths and legends, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to get a basic understanding of acting by creating their own bare-bones theater from scratch.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Washburn Library Wednesday, July 18, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 20. Register online or call 612-543-8375.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Southeast Library Thursday, June 28, 1:30–3 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 31. Register online or call 612-543-6725.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Nokomis Library Friday, June 15, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 18. Register online or call 612-543-6800.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Walker Library Thursday, July 12, 4–5:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 14. Register online or call 612-543-8400.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Penn Lake Library Monday, Aug. 6, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 9. Register online or call 612-543-5800.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Linden Hills Library Thursday, June 14, 2–3:30 p.m.
Held at Linden Hills Park & Recreation Center, 3100 W. 43rd St., Minneapolis
Registration required, begins May 17. Register online or call 612-543-6825.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
Location: Linden Hills Park & Recreation Center, 3100 W. 43rd St., Minneapolis.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
St. Bonifacius Library Saturday, June 23, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 26. Register online or call 612-543-6100.
Entering grades 3-5. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations. This event will be held in the lower level of the library.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Rockford Road Library Monday, July 16, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 18. Register online or call 612-543-5875.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Hopkins Library Wednesday, Aug. 8, 10:30a.m.–noon
Registration required, begins Jul 11. Register online or call 612-543-6400.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Kids: Storymaking
Southdale Library Tuesday, July 10, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 12. Register online or call 612-543-5914.
Entering grades 1-2. Explore countless ways to create a story! Using fairy tales and simple acting games, children will be led by an experienced Guthrie teaching artist to create their own tales inspired by the twists and turns of their imaginations.
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Act Out for Teens: Acting Games for Beginners
Maple Grove Library Wednesday, Aug. 8, 3:30–5 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 11. Register online or call 612-543-6450.
Entering grades 6-9. Learn the tricks of the trade from an experienced Guthrie teaching artist. Rev up your creative juices, tune up your spontaneity and learn to stay in the moment. No experience necessary, but get ready to play!
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Act Out for Teens: Acting Games for Beginners
Franklin Library Tuesday, June 12, 3–4:30 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-6925.
Entering grades 6-9. Learn the tricks of the trade from an experienced Guthrie teaching artist. Rev up your creative juices, tune up your spontaneity and learn to stay in the moment. No experience necessary, but get ready to play!
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Act Out for Teens: Duke It Out
Ridgedale Library Wednesday, June 27, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 30. Register online or call 612-543-8800.
Entering grades 6-9. Learn the secrets of stage combat from an experienced Guthrie teaching artist. Slap, punch and kick without hurting anyone – just like actors do it on stage! It looks real, but it’s just pretend. No experience necessary!
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Act Out for Teens: Duke It Out
Plymouth Library Friday, July 20, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 22. Register online or call 612-543-5825.
Entering grades 6-9. Learn the secrets of stage combat from an experienced Guthrie teaching artist. Slap, punch and kick without hurting anyone – just like actors do it on stage! It looks real, but it’s just pretend. No experience necessary!
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Act Out for Teens: Intro to Physical Comedy
St. Louis Park Library Monday, June 25, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 27. Register online or call 612-543-6125.
Entering grades 6-9. Are you ready to get serious about being funny? An experienced Guthrie teaching artist will help you explore theater techniques for a wide variety of physical comedy. Let your humor run wild in a safe and creative environment. No experience necessary!
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Act Out for Teens: Intro to Physical Comedy
Eden Prairie Library Saturday, June 30, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 2. Register online or call 612-543-6275.
Entering grades 6-9. Are you ready to get serious about being funny? An experienced Guthrie teaching artist will help you explore theater techniques for a wide variety of physical comedy. Let your humor run wild in a safe and creative environment. No experience necessary!
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Act Out for Teens: Intro to Tap
Sumner Library Saturday, July 21, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 23. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Entering grades 6-9. Have you always wanted to tap dance but didn’t know where to start? A Guthrie teaching artist will introduce you to the basics, from a shuffle, to a brush, to a flap. No experience necessary and no tap shoes required for this fun, invigorating program!
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Artitude: Comics and Manga
Southdale Library Sorry, this book sale has been cancelled.
Tuesdays, April 24–May 29, 4–6 p.m.
Sorry, this event has been cancelled. Grades 7-12. Refine your skills beyond those drawings done in the margins of your math and science papers. You will learn how professionals produce awesome comic books and animations, and create dynamic characters, believable environments and captivating story lines in this six-part workshop.
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ArtMOVEment: Dance From African to Hip-Hop
Eden Prairie Library Thursday, July 12, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 14. Register online or call 612-543-6275.
Entering grades 7-12. Did you know hip-hop dance moves connect to African dance traditions? See how traditional music and moves from Zimbabwe, Guinea and Senegal are connected to "b-boying," salsa, popping and locking. Come in comfortable clothing and be ready to dance! Here are some related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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ArtMOVEment: Makin’ Beats
Brooklyn Park Library Thursday, June 28, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 31. Register online or call 612-543-6225.
Entering grades 7-12. It's not just about the beats. Learn about writing and producing an original hip-hop CD, beginning with storytelling, sampling and multitrack recording from prominent local hip-hop music producers. Participants get to take away a CD of the completed song. Here are some related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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ArtMOVEment: Makin’ Beats
Sumner Library Saturday, Aug. 4, 3–5 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 7. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Entering grades 7-12. It's not just about the beats. Learn about writing and producing an original hip-hop CD, beginning with storytelling, sampling and multitrack recording from prominent local hip-hop music producers. Participants get to take away a CD of the completed song. Here are some related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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ArtMOVEment: Mixed Media
Maple Grove Library Wednesday, July 25, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 27. Register online or call 612-543-6450.
Entering grades 7-12. Mix it up with this workshop that features various art-making mediums: painting, collage, stenciling and printmaking. Professional artists willl lead activities that combine these different elements into a finished art piece. Here are some related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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ArtsySmartsy: Découpage Glass Vases
Rogers Library Wednesday, May 30, 2–3:30 p.m.
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For adults 55+. Sometimes called “paper stained glass,” this technique uses papers, glaze and a variety of beautiful glass vases to create a piece of art that will match your décor and personality. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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ArtsySmartsy: Handmade Papermolding
Golden Valley Library Friday, May 18, 10–11:30 a.m.
Sorry, registration is full. For adults 55+. Recycling paper is fun, especially when molding it in ceramic molds for ornaments or cards. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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ArtsySmartsy: Jewelry Making
Eden Prairie Library Wednesday, May 23, 2–3:30 p.m.
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For adults 55+. Use puzzle pieces, fabric, lace, feathers and beads to create pieces that scream, “I am an artist!” Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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ArtsySmartsy: Silk Scarf, Banner or Hoop Painting
St. Louis Park Library Wednesday, May 30, 10–11:30 a.m.
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For adults 55+. Learn a variety of methods for painting on silk. Experiment with a new tie-dye technique and batik-painting. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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ArtsySmartsy: Watercolor Birch Tree Paintings
Ridgedale Library Wednesday, May 23, 10–11:30 a.m.
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For adults 55+. Even the most novice artist will leave with a fantastic birch tree painting, inspired by American artist Bev Doolittle. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Conductor's Notes: Gershwin and Schoenberg
Ridgedale Library Monday, July 16, 7 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 18. Register online or call 612-543-8800.
It is hard to imagine two composers with more different backgrounds and personalities, not to mention their music! Acclaimed international conductor Mischa Santora will discuss the composers' friendship and highlight modernist masterpieces that influenced the musicians. A musical performance will follow. See related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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Conductor's Notes: Jefferson in Paris
Plymouth Library Tuesday, June 26, 7 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 29. Register online or call 612-543-5825.
Acclaimed international conductor Mischa Santora will talk about the vibrant Parisian musical scene of the 1780s (including rising star Joseph Haydn) and its quirky influence on President Thomas Jefferson. A musical performance will follow. See related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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Crafty Minnesota: Crochet Flowers
Northeast Library Saturday, May 19, 11a.m.–1 p.m.
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For adults. Learn the basic stitches of crocheting and make a handful of cheery flowers. Stitch on a pin and wear your spring blossoms out on the town. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: Kumihimo Bracelets
Northeast Library Saturday, June 9, 11a.m.–1 p.m.
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For adults. Learn how to do kumihimo, a Japanese 8-stranded braid with intricate patterns that look complicated, but are easy to master. Finish it off with a clasp and you have a colorful braided bracelet with subtle shimmer. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: Kumihimo Bracelets
Nokomis Library Saturday, June 9, 3–5 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-6800.
For adults. Learn how to do kumihimo, a Japanese 8-stranded braid with intricate patterns that look complicated, but are easy to master. Finish it off with a clasp and you have a colorful braided bracelet with subtle shimmer. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: Kumihimo Bracelets
St. Louis Park Library Thursday, June 14, 7–9 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 17. Register online or call 612-543-6125.
For adults. Learn how to do kumihimo, a Japanese 8-stranded braid with intricate patterns that look complicated, but are easy to master. Finish it off with a clasp and you have a colorful braided bracelet with subtle shimmer. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: X Marks the Spot
St. Louis Park Library Thursday, July 19, 7–9 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 21. Register online or call 612-543-6125.
For adults. Cross stitch never goes out of style. Learn the basics you need to create a tiny piece of embroidered art. Design your own snarky saying on a sampler or “8-bit” character for your favorite video game geek. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: X Marks the Spot
Nokomis Library Saturday, July 14, 3–5 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 16. Register online or call 612-543-6800.
For adults. Cross stitch never goes out of style. Learn the basics you need to create a tiny piece of embroidered art. Design your own snarky saying on a sampler or “8-bit” character for your favorite video game geek. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Crafty Minnesota: X Marks the Spot
Northeast Library Saturday, July 14, 11a.m.–1 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 16. Register online or call 612-543-6775.
For adults. Cross stitch never goes out of style. Learn the basics you need to create a tiny piece of embroidered art. Design your own snarky saying on a sampler or “8-bit” character for your favorite video game geek. Materials provided. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Creative Writing Conference for Writers Age 50 and Better
Offsite Library Saturday, June 2, 9a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday, June 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Held at The Loft Literary Center, 1011 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis
Sorry, registration is full. Award-winning literary artists will show you in two consecutive days how to write creatively about important events in your life, and how to create poetry and fiction inspired by your life experiences. See related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
Location: The Loft Literary Center, 1011 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis.
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First Pages: Writing Your Life
Eden Prairie Library Saturday, May 19, 11a.m. – noon
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Whether you want to write down your memories for family members and friends, or hope to publish a book-length memoir, try your hand at writing exercises to spark your memory and tell your story.
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First Pages: Writing Your Life
Rockford Road Library Thursday, May 17, 2–3 p.m.
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Whether you want to write down your memories for family members and friends, or hope to publish a book-length memoir, try your hand at writing exercises to spark your memory and tell your story.
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Gay Pride: Celebrating Our Family Stories
Minneapolis Central Library Saturday, June 16, 10a.m.–noon
Registration required, begins May 19. Register online or call 612-543-8000.
Children (School Age). Share stories and songs that celebrate families in all their forms in a safe and fun place. An American Sign Language interpreter will be on hand. Here are some related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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Gay Pride: Rockstar Storytellers
Minneapolis Central Library Tuesday, June 19, 7–8:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 22. Register online or call 612-543-8000.
The Rockstar Storytellers are a collective of solo performers from a variety of disciplines including spoken word, stand-up, slam poetry, improv and creative non-fiction. Enjoy an evening of spoken word pieces celebrating the Twin Cities' Gay Pride extravaganza. For mature audiences. See related materials for further information. Find more by searching the library catalog or Ask Us.
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HCL Presents Westminster Town Hall Forum
Offsite Library Friday, June 15, 7 p.m.
Held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis
Political commentator E.J. Dionne’s “Our Divided Political Heart” will be the must-read book for the 2012 election. He will share his passionate argument about who we are as a nation, what is tearing us apart, and what can be done to restore our sense of confidence. Music will precede the presentation. A public reception and a book-signing will follow at 8 p.m. No tickets needed. Visit westminsterforum.org, or call 612-332-3421 for details.
Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis.
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Hip-Hop Workshop: Lyricist Legends
Franklin Library Thursday, May 17, 6–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 24, 6–7:30 p.m.
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Grades 7-12. Take part in deep reads of key hip-hop lyricists and explore their influences with Rhymesayer Toki Wright. The focus will be on Rakim, Nas, Jay-Z and Eminem.
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Hmonglish Theater Workshop
Brookdale Library Saturdays, March 10–May 26, 10:30 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-5600.
Grades 6-12. Hmong teens! Here's your chance to write and act in your own play with help from playwright and performance artist May-Lee Yang. Explore stories, play theater games and star in an original play that you will create in this multi-session workshop.
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Hosmer World Music Concert Series
Hosmer Library Saturdays, March 3–May 26, 2 p.m.
Don't miss this great chance to hear live performances by musicians playing music from all over the world!
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Juneteenth: Slavery and the Making of America
North Regional Library Saturday, June 23, 2 p.m.
Join us for a viewing of PBS' “Slavery and the Making of America: The Challenge of Freedom,” followed by a discussion moderated by storyteller Vusumizi Zulu and history professor Mahmoud El-Kati.
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Juneteenth: The Feel of Freedom!
Sumner Library Thursday, June 21, 6 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 24. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Juneteenth marks the end of slavery when freedom was announced to Texas slaves more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Music by blues pianist Cornbread Harris and singer Cheryl Wilson will portray the emotion of slaves on hearing the news.
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Juneteenth: The Sound of Freedom - A Celebration of Community
Sumner Library Friday, June 22, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Registration required, begins May 25. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Preschool-entering grade 6. Commemorating the end of slavery, Juneteenth is one of our country's oldest known celebrations. Award-winning actor T. Mychael Rambo is joined by Thomasina Petrus and others to offer a blend of music, poetry and stories that reach back to the songs of freedom and the words that announced its arrival.
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Washburn Library Wednesday, May 16, 10:15–11 a.m.
Wednesday, May 23, 10:15–11 a.m.
Wednesday, May 30, 10:15–11 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8375.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Rockford Road Library Wednesday, May 16, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Wednesday, May 23, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-5875.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
North Regional Library Fridays, April 20–May 18, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8450.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Southdale Library Thursdays, May 17–31, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-5914.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Southdale Library Thursdays, June 7 & 14, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
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Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Nokomis Library Wednesdays, July 11–Aug. 8, 3–3:45 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 13. Register online or call 612-543-6800.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Penn Lake Library Wednesdays, July 11–Aug. 8, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 13. Register online or call 612-543-5800.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Sumner Library Fridays, July 13–Aug. 10, 2–2:45 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 15. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Plymouth Library Tuesdays, June 12–July 10, 10–10:45 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-5825.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Champlin Library Mondays, June 4–July 2, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-6250.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Westonka Library Tuesdays, July 10–Aug. 7, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 12. Register online or call 612-543-6175.
Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
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Paint It Green: I Spy Nature
Minneapolis Central Library Tuesday, July 24, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 26. Register online or call 612-543-8000.
Entering grades 1-2. I spy bones, insects, pine cones and more; making I spy creations is what we’ll explore! We will be rhyming, solving riddles and building nature collections to photograph for your very own I Spy picture challenge.
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Paint It Green: I Spy Nature
Edina Library Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 10. Register online or call 612-543-6325.
Entering grades 3-5. I spy bones, insects, pine cones and more; making I spy creations is what we’ll explore! We will be rhyming, solving riddles and building nature collections to photograph for your very own I Spy picture challenge.
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Paint It Green: I Spy Nature
Maple Plain Library Tuesday, July 17, 1:30–3 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 19. Register online or call 612-543-5700.
Entering grades 3-5. I spy bones, insects, pine cones and more; making I spy creations is what we’ll explore! We will be rhyming, solving riddles and building nature collections to photograph for your very own I Spy picture challenge.
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Paint It Green: I Spy Nature
Golden Valley Library Monday, July 9, 1:30–3 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 11. Register online or call 612-543-6375.
Entering grades 3-5. I spy bones, insects, pine cones and more; making I spy creations is what we’ll explore! We will be rhyming, solving riddles and building nature collections to photograph for your very own I Spy picture challenge.
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Paint It Green: Inventor's Workshop
Walker Library Saturday, May 19, 2–3 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8400.
K-grade 6. Create your own invention from a variety of fun and unusual scraps. Assemble your invention using tape, glue and wire. Remember, it is about the idea! Materials provided, but you're welcome to bring your own.
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Paint It Green: Mys-Tree Book Making
Osseo Library Monday, June 18, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 21. Register online or call 612-543-5750.
Entering grades 3-5. Never judge a book by its cover or a tree by its bark! Learn about trees inside and out, and create a mysterious tree book with secret hidden pages that will surprise your family and friends.
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Paint It Green: Mys-Tree Book Making
Edina Library Tuesday, July 24, 6–7:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 26. Register online or call 612-543-6325.
Entering grades 3-5. Never judge a book by its cover or a tree by its bark! Learn about trees inside and out, and create a mysterious tree book with secret hidden pages that will surprise your family and friends.
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Paint It Green: Nature Digital Photos
Maple Grove Library Tuesday, July 10, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 12. Register online or call 612-543-6450.
Entering grades 3-5. Zoom in to the library to take a closer look at nature through the lens of a camera. Go on a photo scavenger hunt, learn about the life cycle of a plant and create a living seed necklace. Digital cameras provided.
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Paint It Green: Nature Digital Photos
Southdale Library Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 11. Register online or call 612-543-5914.
Entering grades 3-5. Zoom in to the library to take a closer look at nature through the lens of a camera. Go on a photo scavenger hunt, learn about the life cycle of a plant and create a living seed necklace. Digital cameras provided.
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Paint It Green: Nature Digital Photos
Wayzata Library Thursday, July 19, 10:30a.m.–noon
Registration required, begins Jun 21. Register online or call 612-543-6150.
Entering grades 3-5. Zoom in to the library to take a closer look at nature through the lens of a camera. Go on a photo scavenger hunt, learn about the life cycle of a plant and create a living seed necklace. Digital cameras provided.
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Paint It Green: Nature Digital Photos
Hopkins Library Tuesday, July 31, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 3. Register online or call 612-543-6400.
Entering grades 3-5. Zoom in to the library to take a closer look at nature through the lens of a camera. Go on a photo scavenger hunt, learn about the life cycle of a plant and create a living seed necklace. Digital cameras provided.
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Paint It Green: Photo Pop-Up Books
Sumner Library Thursday, July 26, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 28. Register online or call 612-543-6875.
Entering grades 1-2. Pop in to the library for photo pop-up books! Learn how to use photography to illustrate your story and build a book that will make your images spring to life! Digital cameras provided.
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Paint It Green: Photo Pop-Up Books
Washburn Library Wednesday, June 20, 2–3:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 23. Register online or call 612-543-8375.
Entering grades 1-2. Pop in to the library for photo pop-up books! Learn how to use photography to illustrate your story and build a book that will make your images spring to life! Digital cameras provided.
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Spice & Slice of Asian America: American Bamboo
Southdale Library Saturday, May 26, 10:30 a.m.
As with other immigrant groups, Asian immigrants have had their struggles. This new play will offer poignant and comic insights into the Asian American experience, highlighting specific ethnic Asian groups and will incorporate Japanese and Vietnamese stories and Bollywood-style dances.
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Spice & Slice of Asian America: Korean Adoptee Stories
Brookdale Library Saturday, May 19, 1 p.m.
The Twin Cities has the largest Korean adoptee community in the country. Listen to some of their touching and powerful stories about growing up in Minnesota.
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Spoken Culture: Pathway to School Readiness
Northeast Library Thursday, May 24, 4–6 p.m.
PreK. How can you prepare your child for kindergarten success? Learn the value of sharing your culture's folktales through oral storytelling and books.
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Spoken Culture: Pathway to School Readiness
Hopkins Library Saturday, May 19, 2–5 p.m.
PreK. How can you prepare your child for kindergarten success? Learn the value of sharing your culture's folktales through oral storytelling and books.
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Spoken Culture: Pathway to School Readiness
Sumner Library Saturday, May 26, 10:30a.m.–12:30 p.m.
PreK. How can you prepare your child for kindergarten success? Learn the value of sharing your culture's folktales through oral storytelling and books.
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Spoken Culture: Pathway to School Readiness
East Lake Library Thursday, May 31, 5–7:30 p.m.
How can you prepare your child for Kindergarten success? Learn the value of sharing your culture's folktales through oral storytelling and books.
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Steampunk Mystery Mayhem: Created by the Red Ribbon Society
Champlin Library Monday, July 16, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 18. Register online or call 612-543-6250.
Entering grades 6-12. A meeting at the library to prepare for the upcoming World’s Fair turns dangerous when the Tesla Hydroelectric Generator meant to showcase the town is sabotaged! Who’s behind this dastardly deed? Try to repair the generator before it blows and solve this whodunit.
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Steampunk Mystery Mayhem: Created by the Red Ribbon Society
Rogers Library Thursday, July 12, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 14. Register online or call 612-543-6050.
Entering grades 6-12. A meeting at the library to prepare for the upcoming World’s Fair turns dangerous when the Tesla Hydroelectric Generator meant to showcase the town is sabotaged! Who’s behind this dastardly deed? Try to repair the generator before it blows and solve this whodunit.
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Steampunk Mystery Mayhem: Created by the Red Ribbon Society
Brookdale Library Wednesday, July 25, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 27. Register online or call 612-543-5600.
Entering grades 6-12. A meeting at the library to prepare for the upcoming World’s Fair turns dangerous when the Tesla Hydroelectric Generator meant to showcase the town is sabotaged! Who’s behind this dastardly deed? Try to repair the generator before it blows and solve this whodunit.
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Steampunk Mystery Mayhem: Created by the Red Ribbon Society
Oxboro Library Saturday, June 23, 2–4 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 26. Register online or call 612-543-5775.
Entering grades 6-12. A meeting at the library to prepare for the upcoming World’s Fair turns dangerous when the Tesla Hydroelectric Generator meant to showcase the town is sabotaged! Who’s behind this dastardly deed? Try to repair the generator before it blows and solve this whodunit.
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Work of Art: Career Planning for Artists
Hosmer Library Tuesday, June 12, 5:30–8 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-6900.
Where do you want to be both artistically and professionally? This session concentrates on examining your career and developing a career plan. Learn how to define your goals, identify strategies for achieving your objectives and developing your career path. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Legal Considerations for Artists
Hosmer Library Tuesday, July 17, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 19. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
From protecting your intellectual property to choosing a legal form for your artistic business, an understanding of underlying legal principles will help you make smarter choices. Learn about copyrights and contract basics regarding selling and licensing your work, as well as getting into business. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Marketing for Artists
Hosmer Library Tuesday, July 10, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 12. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
Identify the right audience for your artistic output. Develop marketing strategies and a marketing plan geared to your target audience. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Pricing Your Work
Hosmer Library Tuesday, Aug. 7, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 10. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
How can you ensure that you are compensated fairly for the art you create? Learn what to consider when setting a price for your work or the services you provide. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Recordkeeping and Financial Management for Artists
Hosmer Library Tuesday, July 24, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jun 26. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
Does your actual income match your desired income? Learn clear, simple methods for setting up your financial books, how budgets and cash flow statements can help you plan for profit and make accurate projections about what to expect. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Simple Business Plans for Artists
Hosmer Library Tuesday, July 31, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Jul 3. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
What does it take to grow your artistic business, aka your career? Start with preparing a simple business plan in arts-friendly language, which is an essential planning tool for any small business (even if you’re “just a painter!”). Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Time Management for Creative People
Hosmer Library Tuesday, June 19, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 22. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
Are you a right-brained person living in a left-brained world? Learn approaches for getting control of your day, creating work time and reaching your artistic goals. Find related books and more at the Library.
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Work of Art: Your Promotional Toolkit
Hosmer Library Tuesday, June 26, 5:30–8 p.m.
Registration required, begins May 29. Register online or call 612-543-6900.
What should be in your portfolio? Learn about targeting your résumé, choosing a work sample, and composing the catalog page that accompanies it. Feel free to bring promotional materials along for review. Find related books and more at the Library.
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