Saturday May 25, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and fingerplays.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:NO STORYTIME THIS WEEK - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM LEGO CLub       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     5-year-olds and up are invited to the Moorhead Library to create LEGO masterpieces each month on the 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. and 4th Saturday @ 2 p.m.     Location: Moorhead Library Monday May 27, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Basic Computer Training Classes       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Learn the basics: How to navigate MS Windows; search the library’s online catalog; set up a free e-mail account; surf the internet; and more! All Computer Classes are FREE! Please pre-register for computer classes by calling Fosston Library at 435-1320.     Location: Fosston Library Tuesday May 28, 2013 Go To Top 3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Does Not Compute! Classes       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Individualized computer training by appointment. Up to one hour on a topic. Make an appointment any Tuesday by contacting the library at 643-2113 or breckenridge@larl.org. TOPICS AVAILABLE: Get to Know Your Computer, Internet Basics and Searching with Google, Basic Email with with YahooMail, Microsoft Word, Social Networking with Facebook, eReader Help and LARL's Digital Library.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Teen Computer Lab       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Teens - we're setting aside the Gates Computer Lab just for you! Come into the Moorhead Library every Tuesday from 4-8 and use the computers to do some homework, play some games or just surf the web.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:00 PM Book and Movie Club       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Read the books below and then come to watch the movie at the library! What’s the difference from book to screen? April's pick is Love Comes Softly.     Location: Ada Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime: Turtles and Tortoises       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Volunteen Leadership Training       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Are you currently in 6th - 11th grade? We need YOU! Become a Volunteen this summer at the Crookston Public Library. Mandatory Volunteen Leadership Training must be attended to participate in our Volunteen Leadership Team. If you have a conflict contact Heidi. Help lead 2013 Summer Reading Program, gain leadership skills, become a mentor for younger children, and have fun!     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Volunteen Training       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Volunteen: Help mentor/lead kids in our Summer Reading Program events. Open to all students grade 7th - 12th. Training is mandatory to participate. If this date/time does not work for you please contact Heidi.     Location: Crookston Library Wednesday May 29, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime: Turtles and Tortoises       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Does Not Compute! Classes       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Individualized computer training by appointment. Up to one hour on a topic. Make an appointment any Wednesday by contacting the library at 643-2113 or breckenridge@larl.org. TOPICS AVAILABLE: Get to Know Your Computer, Internet Basics and Searching with Google, Basic Email with with YahooMail, Microsoft Word, Social Networking with Facebook, eReader Help and LARL's Digital Library.     Location: Breckenridge Library

1:00 PM Computer Classes       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Learn the basics of computer use - perfect for beginners! Please contact the library to register.     Location: McIntosh Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM SRP Ground-Breaking Party       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Get ready to “Dig into Reading” during Fosston Library’s Summer Reading Program “Ground-Breaking” party! Kids can pick up a reading log then stay for some fun. We’ll have games and relays outdoors (weather permitting); make construction themed crafts to decorate the library; and loads of snacks. We’ll be sure to have plenty of books on display too, all ready for you to dig into!     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:30 PM Computer Class: Genealogy       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     If you're interested in doing research on your family history, join us as we go over some online resources available for genealogical research, including: Heritage Online; Ancestry Library Edition and Proquest Newspaper Database.     Location: Moorhead Library   3:30 PM  -  5:00 PM WOW Wednesday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     An after-school event every Wednesday for elementary and middle school students. Something different each week: *1st Wednesday - Wii and Board Games *2nd Wednesday - Craft or other activity *3rd Wednesday - Active/Group Games *4th Wednesday - Movie and Popcorn *any 5th Wednesday - Wii and Board Games After-school snacks provided.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Between the Covers       Contact: Chris Boike   218-281-4522   boikec@larl.org     We will discuss the book "Gone Girl", by Gillian Flynn.     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM SRP Kickoff! Annual Bike Rodeo and Hot Dog Supper       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Come and get signed up for the summer reading program, take your bike out on a bicycle course, and get it licensed by the Barnesville Police Dept.! Plus the Friends of the Barnesville Library will be providing a hot dog supper for $5 per person with proceeds benefitting the library, so leave room for supper!     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Computer Class: Genealogy       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     If you're interested in doing research on your family history, join us as we go over some online resources available for genealogical research, including: Heritage Online; Ancestry Library Edition and Proquest Newspaper Database.     Location: Moorhead Library Thursday May 30, 2013 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and fingerplays.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme: NO STORYTIME THIS WEEK - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library

2:00 PM  -  2:45 PM Storytime       Contact: Climax Library   218-857-2455   climax@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: Climax Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Professor marvel's Amazing Archaeological Adventure       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program with Professor Marvel and his amazing archaeological adventure - featuring the magic of books (and some other things.) hands on activity plus door prizes     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Does Not Compute! Classes       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Individualized computer training by appointment. Up to one hour on a topic. Make an appointment any Thursday by contacting the library at 643-2113 or breckenridge@larl.org. TOPICS AVAILABLE: Get to Know Your Computer, Internet Basics and Searching with Google, Basic Email with with YahooMail, Microsoft Word, Social Networking with Facebook, eReader Help and LARL's Digital Library.     Location: Breckenridge Library Friday May 31, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme:Dig It!     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Ada Library    218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Children, caregivers and families are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities!     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Storytime - Summer Vacation!       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschoolers, babies and toddlers - join us for Storytime! Bring a favorite adult and sing songs, learn finger plays or rhymes, listen to stories and finish with a craft. *Preschool classes, daycares, and other groups are welcome, but group leaders are asked to make arrangements in advance to ensure the availability of adequate resources.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  11:45 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Preschoolers are invited to a Storytime where we will explore a theme in stories, songs and fingerplays. Parents and caregivers are welcome too.     Location: Fertile Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Knitters and Handcrafters       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Bring your project and purl along with us! Check out the wide variety of crafting books available at the library!     Location: Hawley Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Y.E.L.L. - Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     TEENS in grades 6 through 12 ~ Come to the Library any or all Fridays to hang out with friends, enjoy hot chocolate and music, do homework, watch movies or play games. You and your friends will have the meeting room all to yourselves!     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 1, 2013 -  Saturday August 31, 2013 Go To Top Does Not Compute Classes       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Individualized computer training by appointment. Up to one hour on a topic. TOPICS AVAILABLE: Get to Know Your Computer, Internet Basics and Searching with Google, Basic Email with with YahooMail, Microsoft Word, Social Networking with Facebook, eReader Help and LARL's Digital Library. To make an appointment: breckenridge@larl.org ~or~ 643-2113.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 1, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

Monday June 3, 2013 -  Thursday August 22, 2013 Go To Top Beneath the Surface Teen Summer Reading Program       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Reading, prizes, events and lots of fun! That's what's in store for youth in grades 6 through 12 this summer. Earn chances for weekly prize drawings and the grand prize just by reading! Earn a "Beneath the Surface" t-shirt, as well!     Location: Breckenridge Library   Teen Team Volunteers       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens! WE NEED YOUR HELP! If you'd like to volunteer to assist the staff at summer reading program events for the younger kids, stop by or email us at breckenridge@larl.org. We'd love to have you join our Teen Team!     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday June 3, 2013 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program Kickoff       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Kick off the summer reading program Dig Into Reading. Come any time during the library hours between 10am -3pm to sign up, receive your reading logs and to participate in a planting project.     Location: McIntosh Library   10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Sizzlin'Summer Reads       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads Adult Reading program! Program runs from June 3-August 2, 2013. To be eligible for the prize drawings, read or listen to 4 books, fill out the reading log and place it in the entry box. Entries may also be emailed to the library. There is no limit to the number of entries any person can make. This event is for adults 18 and older.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Origami Club       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come by the Moorhead Library the first Monday of the month and practice your paper folding skills. All ages and experience levels welcome!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday June 4, 2013 -  Tuesday August 20, 2013 Go To Top Dig Into Reading Summer Reading Program for Youth       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Preschool, elementary and middle school students are invited to join in the Summer Reading Program this summer! In addition to incentives for reading, there will be events/programs each week! See individual weeks/days for more information.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday June 4, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM Dig Into Reading Kick-Off       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Preschool through middle school: Register for the reading program and find out what's going on this summer! Start your reading log and activity game sheet and make some summer crafts to decorate the library! Get your picture taken for the Rockin' Readers Garden. If you are unable to come on June 4, stop by any time to register.     Location: Breckenridge Library   6:00 PM Knit Happens...Sew have fun!       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Come and join the library's fun new knitting club! Treats will be served.     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM Dino Day!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Get ready for an evening full of family friendly activities all about your favorite prehistoric creatures; Dinosaurs!     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging in the Flower Garden       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library

6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Pet Show       An annual tradition at the Moorhead Public Library! Join us outside, just North of the library for our kick off to our Summer Reading Program. The Pet show is open to our animal friends: real, imaginary, stuffed animals, or shared via a photograph. Pets can enter for a chance to win prizes. All pets must be parent approved and please make sure to have a leash, kennel, or carry your pet to keep them safe.   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM SRP - The Bug Man!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Don Carey, aka "The Bug Man" and NDSU entomologist, will present his creepy crawly program for us to kick off this year's Summer Reading Program events!     Location: Hawley Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime: In the Garden       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday June 5, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime: In the Garden       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Garden Party       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program's theme: Dig into Reading at our Garden Party. Music and Stories with Prairie Public's Bill Thomas, make a carrot hat, visit the worm hotel and get inspired to grow your own garden this summer!   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM SRP Matinee       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Catch a flick at the library. The title's a surprise, but you can be sure it will fit in with our SRP "Dig into Reading" theme.     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  8:30 PM Bicycle Maintenance with Jeffrey James Caswell       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Come get some tips on getting your bike road ready for the upcoming bike riding season. Learn from an expert. Limit: 12 people. Call, email or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Local Author Talk - Steve Grineski       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Steve Grineski will talk about his book, "'We were pretty darn good:' A story of rural education in America."     Location: Moorhead Library Thursday June 6, 2013 -  Thursday August 8, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library Thursday June 6, 2013 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories! Location: Moorhead Library     Location: Moorhead Library

10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:DIG INTO READING - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Concordia Science Academy       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4255   whitingh@larl.org     Concordia Science Academy with Dr. Graeme Wyllie - Summer Reading Program Kick-Off... Dig into Reading 2013     Location: Crookston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into Science with Concordia College Science Academy       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Join Fargo-Moorhead’s number one (and only) Scottish Chemist, Graeme R. A. Wyllie, and discover the wonders of science. This will be an interactive, hands-on program that’s sure to excite even the smallest future-scientist in all of us! *Please pre-register for this program so we can be sure to have enough experiment supplies on hand.     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Digging for Veggies       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids: Get the scoop on gardens with Extension nutritionist Tracy Baker There will be hands on activities and door prizes     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Ada Leatherbacks Book Club       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     This month's book for discussion is The Butterfly's Daughter by Mary Alice Monroe. Read the book, then come in for a group evaluation of the story.     Location: Ada Library   7:00 PM  -  10:00 PM Beneath the Surface Late Night Lock-In       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens in grades 6 through 12: Join your friends for a late night at the library and scratch the surface of what's in store for you this summer! Register for the reading program and special events. Enjoy late night snacks and activities after the library closes! A PART OF BENEATH THE SURFACE TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM.     Location: Breckenridge Library Friday June 7, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Safari     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM Story time Summer Reading Program       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Dig Into Reading! Who can dig better than a pirate? Come in for stories and activities geared for preK through 1st grade.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  11:45 AM Dig Into Reading--INTRO       Contact: Bagley Public Library   218-694-6201   bagley@larl.org     Come to the Library to do a cave painting craft and learn about the 2013 Summer Reading Program!     Location: Bagley Library

11:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Summer Reading Program Kick Off       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Drop into the library; sign up for the summer reading program and pick up your summer reading sheet. While you are here, decorate your summer reading bag and check out your first books of the summer!!   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Dig Into Reading       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Dig for treasure! Join us for a scavenger hunt. Make your own parrot.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program Intro -- Dig into Reading       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Come to the library to do a fun craft and learn all about the 2013 Summer Reading Program! From fossils to worms, dinosaurs to moles, ancient Egypt to cave dwellers – let’s increase our reading skills by getting our hands dirty digging into great subjects!     Location: Mahnomen Library Friday June 7, 2013 -  Friday August 30, 2013 Go To Top 2:00 PM Summer Reading Program 2013 -- Dig into Reading!       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Dig into Drawing! Join us for the upcoming Summer Reading Programs at the Mahnomen Library. Programs are on Fridays at 2:00 p.m. and run from June 7 through August 2 (no program the week of July 4th). So KEEP READING! Drawings for the grand prizes will be held on Friday, August 30 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library Friday June 7, 2013 Go To Top 3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM SRP Concordia College Science Academy       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Join Fargo-Moorhead’s number one (and only) Scottish Chemist, Graeme R. A. Wyllie, and discover the wonders of science. This will be an interactive, hands-on program that’s sure to excite even the smallest future-scientist in all of us! *Please pre-register for this program so we can be sure to have enough experiment supplies on hand.     Location: McIntosh Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 8, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:DIG INTO READING - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday June 10, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Big Machines       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Hedlund Backhoe will be at the McIntosh Library with some special guests they will be bringing some big machines that are used in construction. Kids can tour the machines and learn about what each one is used for.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library

6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Witty Knitters       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Join this group of knitters for a casual get-together. Bring your knitting or other handiwork project to work on while sharing ideas for projects and patterns. Coffee available. This group meets on the second Monday of each month.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday June 11, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Introduction to Zinio Magazines       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     You can now read some of your favorite magazines online. Come to this class to learn some tips and tricks for using this great to addition to LARL's digital offerings. Limit: 6 people. Call, email, or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Intro to LARL's Digital Library       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Did you know you can download books from the Library? Learn about searching our digital catalog for ebooks, the various formats we support and the various help options available to help you get started. Limit: 6 people. Call, email or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Magic Tree House Book Club       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Do you have a love of adventure? Have you read the Magic Tree House books? Whether, you love the series already or are want to read a book packed full of adventure, join the Magic Tree House Book Club! Come to the library once a month to talk about one of the exciting books. A themed snack and book-inspired activities will also be part of this monthly gathering! June 11th- Hour of the Olympic's #16 July 2nd- Earthquake in the Early Morning #24 August 7th- Twister on Tuesday #23     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging Machines       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM SRP - Archeology!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Jamie Job, Professor of Archeology at MSU-Moorhead, will be presenting an introduction to Archeology as part of our Dig In - Read! Summer Reading Program. Sure to rattle some bones!     Location: Hawley Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime: Rabbits love carrots       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday June 12, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime: Rabbits love carrots       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dirty Harry Caterpillar Craft       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     What do you get when you mix a pair of pantyhose with dirt and grass seed? A “Dirty Harry” caterpillar! If you don’t believe it, come to the library for this fun- & dirt-filled craft.     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program CAN YOU DIG IT?       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4522   crookston@larl.org     "Can You Dig It?" Eric Bergeson, speaker, writer, and entertainer digs into the plant world with a bit of music and humor.     Location: Crookston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Time Capsules       Celebrate our Summer Reading Programs theme: Dig into Reading and learn about time capsules! Find out about time capsules in our neck of the woods, some still waiting to be unearthed. See what treasures have been uncovered and the steps needed to plan for a time capsule. Will also make our own mini time capsules as a craft.

4:30 PM Tie Dye T-Shirts!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Tie Dye T-shirt Time! Bring a light colored t-shirt to the library and we will create a unique Tie Dye creation! Part of the Beneath the Surface Summer Reading Program   (Please pre-register.)     Location: Barnesville Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Thursday June 13, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories! Location: Moorhead Library     Location: Moorhead Library   10:00 AM  -  5:00 PM Quilters and Crafters Group       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Calling all Quilters, knitters, weavers, spinners, cross-stitchers, fiber artists!! Bring your UFOs -- unfinished objects -- to the library for a day of crafting, brainstorming, networking, conversation, and laughter. We'll provide the tables and lunch. You bring your projects, machines, fabrics, snacks and beverages. Pre-registration is required. Call 218-945-6137.   10:30 AM Computer 101 - Microsoft Office Word       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Become more knowledgeable about Microsoft Word for home and office. Pre-registration requested.     Location: Crookston Library   10:30 AM Concordia Science Academy       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Join Dr. Wyllie for his favorite experiments that are weird, gross, colorful, and just plain awesome! Contact the library to reserve your spot. For 8-12 year olds. Please pre-register.     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:READY,SET,GROW-GARDENS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM Dig Into Science       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Dig into Science with the Concordia College Science Academy! Join Dr.Graeme R. A. Wyllie for his favorite experiments that are weird, gross, colorful, and just plain awesome! PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT-space is limited. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Digging for Worms       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids: Get the "dirt" on worms, garbage and "black Gold" with Sandy Gunderson from Becker County Environmental Services. there will be hands on activity and door prizes     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM LEGO CLub       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     5-year-olds and up are invited to the Moorhead Library to create LEGO masterpieces each month on the 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. and 4th Saturday @ 2 p.m.     Location: Moorhead Library Friday June 14, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Let's Go to the Beach!     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Storytime       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Just Dig It! Storytime includes puppets and gnome art activities.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  11:45 AM Concordia Science Academy       Contact: Bagley Public Library   218-694-6201   bagley@larl.org     Dig Into Science with Graeme Wylie from Concordia Science Academy...will be held at the Bagley American Legion Club, 112 N Main...please pre-register at the Library by Saturday, June 8th.     Location: Bagley Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Rydell National Wildlife Refuge       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Rydell National Wildlife Refuge presents: The Hidden World: What is under your feet?! Let's get dirty and take a look at what's in the soil! There are so many important pieces to the soil puzzle; from plant roots and nutrients to worms, slugs, and dirt eating bugs! Come join Rydell Refuge in exploring what lies beneath the grass.   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Dig into Reading!       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Activity with Sonja Meline.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- Concordia Science Academy with Graeme Wyllie       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Concordia Science Academy with Graeme Wyllie. Dig into great science projects with a wild and wooly Scottish professor! (Please pre-register.)     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 15, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:READY,SET,GROW-GARDENS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library

Monday June 17, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Very Hairy Caterpillar       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Come to the library to make a very hairy caterpillar. This grass creature makes a fun gardening project while bringing a little bit of summer into your home. Your critter should sprout hair in about 4 to 5 days.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Yell in the LIbrary       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Teens! Play games, have snacks, volunteer, plan events and more!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday June 18, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM Big Diggers Vehicle Fair       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Have you ever seen a "big digger" up close? Come see a payloader, cherry picker, backhoe, bobcat, forklift, farm tractor and more! Learn how they operate and what they are used for. Make and take a "digger" craft. Rain Date: June 20 @ 3 p.m. A part of Dig Into Reading Summer Reading Program.     Location: Breckenridge Library   3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Library Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Library Book Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3:00pm June 18th selection - "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   4:00 PM  -  5:00 PM Teen Texting Contest       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     2nd Annual Teen Texting Contest – Come show off your texting skills and win prizes.   6:30 PM Worms!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Come observe these underground creatures, make a worm hotel, and partake in other wormy activities.     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging in the Sand       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Book Discussion - 'The Staggerford Flood'       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Join us for an informal discussion of Minnesota author John Steinbeck's "The Staggerford Flood".     Location: Hawley Library

6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime: Creepy Crawly Bugs       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Classics Book Club: The Wind in the Willows       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us to discuss the classic children's book The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday June 19, 2013 Go To Top 2:00 AM  -  3:00 AM PACODES: Plant the Seeds of Change       Celebate our Summer Reading Program's theme Dig into Reading and learn about the culture of South Sudan. PACODES stands for Panyijiar Community Development Services. A presentation of the mission and work of PACODES, enjoy traditional dancing from South Sudan, and join us to craft a community art project to share with the newly launched Library they are developing. Learn more about PACODES at their website: www.pacodes.org   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime: Creepy Crawly Bugs       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children of all ages are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM PACODES: Plant the Seeds of Change       Celebate our Summer Reading Program's theme Dig into Reading and learn about the culture of South Sudan. PACODES stands for Panyijiar Community Development Services. A presentation of the mission and work of PACODES, enjoy traditional dancing from South Sudan, and join us to craft a community art project to share with the newly launched Library they are developing. Learn more about PACODES at their website: www.pacodes.org   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program THE DIRT ON DIRT       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Join us for SRP "The Dirt on Dirt" Dawn Resendiz from D & D's Thomforde Garden Center will here to teach us all about plants and help us do a bit of planting.     Location: Crookston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM The Hidden World       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     What is under your feet?! Let's get dirty and take a look at what's in the soil! There are so many important pieces to the soil puzzle; from plant roots and nutrients to worms, slugs, and dirt eating bugs! Come join Rydell & Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuges in exploring what lies beneath the grass.     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Book Club       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Come to the library and discuss the latest book -- Call for Title.   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Christian Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     New offering at the Detroit Lakes Library. Christian Book Club will meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm June 19th selection - "One Tuesday Morning" by Karen Kingsbury. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Thursday June 20, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library

10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories! Location: Moorhead Library     Location: Moorhead Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP - Science Academy!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme: WIGGLY WORMS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Concordia Science Academy       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids: Join Dr. Wyllie for his favorite experiments that are weird, gross, colorful, and just plain awesome!     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:00 PM More Than Skin Deep: Girls' Night In       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens in grades 6 through 12: Learn how to make a sweet and healing hand scrub and a luscious body scrub, along with other girl-friendly activities. You'll even make your own snacks! Please pre-register for this event. A PART OF BENEATH THE SURFACE TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM.     Location: Breckenridge Library Friday June 21, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Flowers     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Storytime       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Listen to stories of mummies and ancient Egypt. Make mummy book marks.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  11:45 AM The Hidden World       Contact: Bagley Public Library   218-694-6201   bagley@larl.org     Let's get dirty and take a look at what's in the soil! Join Rydell Refuge's Trina Brennan in exploring what lies beneath the grass.     Location: Bagley Library

11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Concordia College Science Academy       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Join Dr. Wyllie for his favorite experiments that are weird, gross, colorful, and just plain awesome! Contact the library to reserve your spot.   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Dig Into the Past       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Egyptian crafts and activities at the library.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- The Hidden World: What is under your feet!       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     The Hidden World: What is under your feet! Let's get dirty and take a look at what's in the soil! There are so many important pieces to the soil puzzle; from plant roots and nutrients to worms, slugs, and dirt eating bugs! Come join Rydell Refuge’s Trina Brennan in exploring what lies beneath the grass.     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM SRP Concordia Science Academy       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Join Dr. Graeme Wyllie for his favorite experiments that are weird, gross, colorful, and just plain awesome! For 8-12 year olds. Please preregister at the Ada Library for this event.     Location: Ada Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 22, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:WIGGLY WORMS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM LEGO CLub       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     5-year-olds and up are invited to the Moorhead Library to create LEGO masterpieces each month on the 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. and 4th Saturday @ 2 p.m.     Location: Moorhead Library Monday June 24, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Dig into Reading w/Rydell National Wildlife Refuge       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     The Hidden World: What is under your feet?! Let's get dirty and take a look at what's in the soil! There are so many important pieces to the soil puzzle; from plant roots and nutrients to worms, slugs, and dirt eating bugs! Come join Rydell Refuge in exploring what lies beneath the grass.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library

7:00 PM Breckenridge Bookmarkers Book Discussion Group       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For the first time, this group will meet during the summer months! THIS MONTH'S BOOK: CUTTING FOR STONE by Abraham Verghese - Join this casual group of book lovers for a rousing discussion! The group meets once a month, on the 4th Monday, during the school year to discuss books recommended by members. To receive email notifications of up coming discussions, contact the library at 643-2113 or breckenridge@larl.org. Coffee available.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday June 25, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   2:00 PM The Impact of Lifelong Female Friendship...The Bonds of Sisterhood       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Meet the Crookston women of the "Birthday Club", featured in Renee' Rongen's book, Fundamentally Female, as they share the story of their 45+ year friendship. Afternoon tea will be served.     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM Diggin' in the Dirt       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Help make a Giant Hairy Worm who will reside in the library all summer, where you can watch it get hairier and hairier! Then make a Grass Head Guy to take home. He'll get hairier as the summer goes on, too! We'll be digging in the dirt, so wear your "gardening" clothes. A part of Dig Into Reading Summer Reading Program.     Location: Breckenridge Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Animals that Dig       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM SRP - BIG Equipment!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Sellin Bros will be coming to the library with their BIG equipment and will talk about how they "Dig In - READ!".     Location: Hawley Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday June 26, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Eat Dirt with Cheryl!       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Have you or your little brother or sister ever eaten a cup of dirt? Have you ever dared anyone to eat a worm? Well, you can do both with Cheryl Winkelmann, long-time volunteer and advocate of the Fosston Library and an experienced 4-H leader. She’ll show you how to make an edible dirt cup, complete with gummy worms. Dirt never tasted so delicious!     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Fossils and Rocks       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program's theme Dig into Reading with Fossils and Rocks! Special guests from the Lake Agassiz Rock Club share their collections of Rocks and Fossils. We'll also make our own fossils to take home and add to your collection!   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program GNOME SWEET GNOME       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Gnome Sweet Gnome" Join us for a wee bit of mischief and a fun filled, adventurous afternoon. Dawn from D & D's Thomforde Garden Center will bring miniature horses for this event.     Location: Crookston Library

4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Teen Movie       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Call library for title. Thursday June 27, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories! Location: Moorhead Library     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:CREEPY CRAWLY BUGS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   1:00 PM The Hidden World: What's Under Your Feet?!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Take a look at what's in the soil! Rydell Refuge staff will tell you all about what lies beneath the grass.     Location: Barnesville Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Digging for Rocks       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids: The Lake Agassiz Rock Club will lead us in "digging for rocks" including hands on activities. There will be door prizes.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   4:00 PM  -  5:00 PM SRP - Rydell Wildlife Preserve!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Dig into nature with the Rydell Wildlife Preserve.     Location: Hawley Library Friday June 28, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Music     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Dig Into the Past       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Join us for dino stories and crafts.     Location: Ada Library

10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  11:45 AM Critters That Dig       Contact: Bagley Public Library   218-694-6201   bagley@larl.org     We'll learn about several critters and discover the many reasons why animals dig... Are they building a home or just having fun?...presented by a ranger from Tamarac Wildlife Refuge     Location: Bagley Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Just Dig It!       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Just Dig It! -- A program about gardening. Learn what plants need to grow. Plant something of your own to take home!   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Dig Into the Past       Contact: Ada Library   784-4480   ada@larl.org     Join us in making fossil casts and solving dinosaur puzzles.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- Critters that 'Dig' Tamarac       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Critters that "Dig" Tamarac -- Join a refuge ranger and discover the many reasons why animals dig. Are they building a home, looking for food or just having fun? We'll learn about several north woods critters and their lifestyles of getting down in the dirt.     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday June 29, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:CREEPY CRAWLY BUGS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday July 1, 2013 -  Saturday July 6, 2013 Go To Top Squirmy Worms Guessing Game       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Any time you visit the library this week, guess how many worms are squirming around at the library and win the jug full of worms! Don't worry - they are a very tasty treat! A part of Dig into Reading Summer Reading Program.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday July 1, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Digging with Rocks       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Discover the glowing colors of fluorescent stones by Sarah Lucken from the Rock Connection she will be here to talk and to show us these really cool glowing stones plus other fun rocks.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library

2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Origami Club       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come by the Moorhead Library the first Monday of the month and practice your paper folding skills. All ages and experience levels welcome!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday July 2, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:00 PM Knit Happens...Sew have fun!       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Come and join the library's fun new knitting club! Treats will be served.     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM Magic Tree House Book Club       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Do you have a love of adventure? Have you read the Magic Tree House books? Whether, you love the series already or are want to read a book packed full of adventure, join the Magic Tree House Book Club! Come to the library once a month to talk about one of the exciting books. A themed snack and book-inspired activities will also be part of this monthly gathering! June 11th- Hour of the Olympic's #16 July 2nd- Earthquake in the Early Morning #24 August 7th- Twister on Tuesday #23     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday July 3, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into Regional Art       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program's theme Dig into Reading and explore the Rourke Art Museums's exhibit "Sign. Sealed. Delivered." This exhibit explores the history of the original use of the Museum building's history, once serving as the Moorhead Post Office. We will also craft postcards! Learn more about the exhibit at http://www.therourke.org/#!__exhibitions/54th-midwestern   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into Regional Art at the Rourke       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program's theme: Dig into Reading and explore our neighborhood Art Museum, the Rourke! We'll view the exhibit 'Signed. Sealed. Delivered'. This exhibit pays homage to the original use of the building the old Moorhead Post Office, built in 1913 the building is 100 years old! After our tour we'll create some artwork of our own that can be mailed as well!   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM SRP Matinee       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Take a breather before the big July 4th holiday weekend and catch a flick at the library. The title's a surprise, but you can be sure it will fit in with our SRP "Dig into Reading" theme.     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

Thursday July 4, 2013 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library Friday July 5, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM No Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     There will be no preschool storytime today.     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Animals that live underground, like Noisy Badger,lead interesting lives. During story time we will see what he is up to, then work on a craft project.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Burrowing Animals       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Burrowing Animals – Come learn about animals that live beneath your feet!!   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Dig Into Reading       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     Prairie dogs and other underground animals are explored with activities including mazes,origami, murals.     Location: Ada Library Saturday July 6, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  12:30 PM Mike Frickstad Book Signing       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Former Fosston High School English teacher, Michael Frickstad, is now a published author. His novel, The Storyteller, was released Oct. 7, 2012. Frickstad was raised in the north woods of Minnesota. He taught English & Social Studies in Fosston and St. Michael/Albertville for over 30 years, as well as coached speech and directed school and community theater. Sponsored by Fosston Public Library in partnership with Fosston Community Library and Arts Association (FCLAA) He and his wife, Diane, currently live in the northwestern “exurbs” of Minneapolis.     Location: Fosston Library Monday July 8, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Wiggle Worm Dirt Pudding       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Cheryl Winkelmann will be here to show us how to play with some dirt not the kind in our gardens but the kind we eat. Making dirt cups with gummy worms is lots of fun, especially for kids. The good news is it tastes so good that adults like it too. Come prepared to play and eat.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library

2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library   6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Witty Knitters       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Join this group of knitters for a casual get-together. Bring your knitting or other handiwork project to work on while sharing ideas for projects and patterns. Coffee available. This group meets on the second Monday of each month.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday July 9, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM Rock Your World Prehistoric Adventure       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Create a pet rock and a fossil, along with some cave painting! Find a good rock in your neighborhood and bring it with you. All other supplies will be provided. A cave in the Library? Hmmmmm! A part of "Dig Into Reading" Summer Reading Program for preschool through grade 6.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:00 PM  -  5:00 PM Rock Art for Teens       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Rock Art -- Use rocks to create various works of art. Let your imagination loose. Rocks will be provided, but feel free to bring in a rock you found and love.   6:30 PM Vegetable Printing!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Try your hand at making unique paintings from vegetables while we discover all about vegetable printing. Then taste test some veggies!     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging up Vegetables       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday July 10, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Gooseberry Players: Oklahoma!       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program theme with a boot-stomping performance of music from the musical Oklahoma by the Gooseberry Players. After the performance we will make landscape drawings inspired by farm settings.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program DIG INTO THE PAST       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Dig into the Past" Cave painting and fossils... come explore with us.     Location: Crookston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM The Hole Truth - The Life of Creatures Underground       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Bears, badgers, woodchucks, fox and more! Let’s dig into some of these mammals’ lives and see how they can spend part or all of their lives underground. Explore the “hole truth” with a park naturalist from Itasca State Park as we investigate animals that spend time beneath our feet.     Location: Fosston Library

3:00 PM Underground Journey: Hobbit Party       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens in grades 6 through 12: Enjoy the new Hobbit movie and popcorn with your friends. If you've read The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, then join the discussion of which was better - the book or the movie! A PART OF BENEATH THE SURFACE TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Thursday July 11, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM Microsoft Excel       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Learn the basics of creating Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets. Pre-registration requested.     Location: Crookston Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:BIG RIGS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Digging for Dinosaurs       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids: Archaeologist, Robb Larson will bring artifacts and talk about digging for bones (and other things.) There will be some hands on activity and door prizes.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM LEGO CLub       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     5-year-olds and up are invited to the Moorhead Library to create LEGO masterpieces each month on the 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. and 4th Saturday @ 2 p.m.     Location: Moorhead Library Friday July 12, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Seasons     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Stories of Brer Rabbit and friends have been popular children's fables for a long time. These memorable characters have a way of teaching lessons in an engaging manner. Stories will be followed with a craft activity.     Location: Ada Library

10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Dinosaurs @ Your Library       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Dinosaurs @ Your Library – Become a Junior Archeologist and dig up a dinosaur bone. We will explore these extinct creatures and ponder what happened to them.   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Dig Into Reading       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     Activity with Sonja Meline from the County Extension Office.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- The Hole Truth! The Life of Animals - Underground       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     The Hole Truth! The Life of Animals - Underground -- Bears, badgers, woodchucks, fox and more! Let’s dig into some of these mammals’ lives and see how they can spend part or all of their lives underground. Explore the “hole truth” with a park naturalist from Itasca State Park as we investigate animals that spend time beneath our feet.     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday July 13, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:BIG RIGS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday July 15, 2013 -  Saturday July 20, 2013 Go To Top Bring the Gnome Home!       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Our summer reading mascot, The Library Gnome, has gone missing! Each day this week, he will be hiding in a different location around town. If you find him, stop by the library and tell us where and when you found him! We'll be so grateful that he isn't lost anymore that you will earn a prize! A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday July 15, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Fossil Prints       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Making fossils is great fun, and not as messy as you might think. Learn how fossils are formed and will leave children with a lasting impression!     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library

2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Yell in the LIbrary       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Teens! Play games, have snacks, volunteer, plan events and more!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday July 16, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Introduction to Zinio Magazines       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     You can now read some of your favorite magazines online. Come to this class to learn some tips and tricks for using this great to addition to LARL's digital offerings. Limit: 6 people. Call, email, or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Library Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Library Book Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3:00pm July 16th selection - "My Mother is Now Earth" by Mark Anthony Rolo. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Landfills!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Get a unique look at landfills from Clay County's Shannon Thompson!     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging up Dinosaurs       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Book Discussion - 'The Latehomecomer'       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Join us for an informal discussion of Minnesota author Kao Kalia Yang's "The Latehomecomer". “Love is the reason why my mother and father stick together in a hard life when they might each have an easier one apart; love is the reason why you choose a life with someone, and you don't turn back although your heart cries sometimes and your children see you cry and you wish out loud that things were easier. Love is getting up each day and fighting the same fight only to sleep that night in the same bed beside the same person because long ago, when you were younger and you did not see so clearly, you had chosen them.” Kao Kalia Yang "The Latehomecomer"     Location: Hawley Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Classics Book Club: The Age of Innocence       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us to discuss the Edith Wharton's classic The Age of Innocence.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday July 17, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Intro to LARL's Digital Library       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Did you know you can download books from the Library? Learn about searching our digital catalog for ebooks, the various formats we support and the various help options available to help you get started. Limit: 6 people. Call, email or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library

2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into Fossils       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     It’s not hard to learn about fossils when Bill Nye the Science Guy is doing the digging! We’ll watch the fossil episode of his Emmy-award winning Disney series, then create our very own fossil craft to take home.     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Mother Earth Pep Rally       Celebrate our Summer Reading Program theme Dig into Reading by learning about our impact on dear Mother Earth. Special Guest Shannon Thompson, Resource Recovery Technician with Clay County Waste Management will help us learn about recycling, reusing, and other practices that are kind to our Planet. We are also looking forward to a visit from the Garbage Fairy to help us up-cycle materials into functional items to use in our gardens.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program EVERYTHING UNDER THE SOIL       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Everything under the Soil" Join us with Rydell National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about works, bugs, mud and more!     Location: Crookston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:00 PM  -  7:30 PM Book CLub       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Come to the library and discuss the latest book -- Call for Title.   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Christian Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     New offering at the Detroit Lakes Library. Christian Book Club will meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm July 16th selection - "Think No Evil" by Jonas Beiler. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Journey into Calligrams... Make it Your Own!       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Join us for a drawing class and explore expression through Word Art with local artist Trey Everett. Ages 7th grade to Adult. Pre-registration preferred. Trey Everett's artwork will be on display at the Crookston Library July 8-17.     Location: Crookston Library Thursday July 18, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:FUN IN THE MUD - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library

2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Diggin' It       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     A Summer Reading Program for kids with the Minnesota Zoo: Zoomobile Naturalist will use live animals, biological artifacts, story telling, and audience participation in a presentation "All things Connected."     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM SRP - City Waterworks!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     The City of Hawley will be giving us a tour of the water treatment plant, explaining how our city's water/sewer system works, and a sneak peek inside the watertower. Be prepared to walk three blocks to the watertower from the library.     Location: Hawley Library   6:00 PM Ice Cream Social @ Community Picnic       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Be sure to stop by the Friends of the Barnesville Library Root Beer Float and Ice Cream Cone stand at the Community Picnic! All proceeds will benefit the Barnesville Public Library.     Location: Barnesville Library Friday July 19, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Dinosaurs     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Digging into trouble, prairie dogs and meerkats have burrows and tunnels that keep them safe from harm.What would it be like to live underground? Stories and activities help us explore the underground life.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Big Machines @ Your Library       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Big Machines @ Your Library --- Come get a close look at some “Earth Movers” – learn how they work and see how HUGE they can be!! Coordinated by: Jessica Moland   1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM SRP Dig Into Reading       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     The Rydell Wildlife Refuge will be giving a presentation in the community room across from the library.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- Dig into water with MinnAqua!       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Dig into water with MinnAqua! Join a MinnAqua Educator from the Minnesota DNR to discover the wonders Minnesota’s waters hold.     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday July 20, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:FUN IN THE MUD - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM A Voyageur’s Tale       Contact: Moorhead Public Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Upper Midwest history comes alive as French voyageur and fur trader Jean-Christophe paddles and dances his way from Quebec to the Red River meeting Pelagi, a French-Indian (métis) woman, who trades with him. Students discover how the arts, clothing and customs of these two cultures blended to create a unique part of our region’s heritage. Audience members sing a voyageur song, learn some French and Indian words, even try their hand at canoe paddle tricks as they uncover an early vision of cultural tolerance which can still inspire us today. Performers include Jane Peck, director, choreographer Christopher Yaeger, dancer, and Gary Schulte, fiddler.     Location: Moorhead Library Monday July 22, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM SRP Garden Veggies Bingo       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Come and try your luck with a game or two to Bingo and you could win a prize. Cover your cards either vertically, horizontally or black out, you win a prize.     Location: McIntosh Library   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM #iCreateArt - Summer Teen Art Class       Contact: Heidi Whiting   218-281-4522   whitingh@larl.org     Join us to make fun, simple and creative crafts and artwork. For students grades 7-12 (fall 2013) No cost. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Come when you can. Call Library at 281-4522 to register.     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Summer Reading Program DIG INTO GEOCACHING       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Dig into Geocaching" Join us for this treasure hunt. Players try to locate hidden objects, called geocaches, using a GPS unit with Professor Brian Dingmann.     Location: Crookston Library   7:00 PM Breckenridge Bookmarkers Book Discussion Group       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For the first time, this group will meet during the summer months! This month's Discussion: SHARP OBJECTS by Gillian Flynn Join this casual group of book lovers for rousing discussions of books chosen by the group. To be added to the email reminder list, contact the library.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday July 23, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM Burrowing Buddies       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Join Kristi Maas and some animals from Chahinkapa Zoo to learn about animals that burrow or live underground. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Summer PreSchool Storytime Digging up Treasure       Contact: McIntosh Library   218-563-4555   mcintosh@larl.org     Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us for exciting stories and fun activities. A different theme is explored each week through stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and/or a craft! No pre-registration is required.     Location: McIntosh Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library

Wednesday July 24, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into Crafts with Cheryl       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Cheryl Winklemann is back – this time with a fun, construction-themed project. Bring a friend, neighbor or cousin and get ready to dig into this craft time.     Location: Fosston Library   4:00 PM Wearable Art Adventure       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens in grades 6 through 12: Bring a pair of jeans, a t-shirt or other wearable item to the library and design your own wearable art! We'll supply the fabric paint and other supplies you'll need to make an awesome fashion statement. A PART OF BENEATH THE SURFACE TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:30 PM Craft: Look Beneath the Mug!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Come to the library and create a unique mug that will transform your face every time you take a sip. Part of the Beneath the Surface Summer Reading Program. (Please pre-register.)     Location: Barnesville Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  10:30 PM Hobbit Party       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Tween/Teen Hobbit Party – Come dressed like a hobbit and win prizes. We will eat Hobbit food, play hobbit games AND watch The Hobbit!! Thursday July 25, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:ANTS GO MARCHING - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library

1:00 PM The Bug Man       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Bugs at the library! Join the Bug Man and his "friends" for a one-of-a kind presentation.     Location: Barnesville Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Digging for Treasures       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Yo Ho Ho ..... It's a Pirate Party celebrating the Summer Reading Program. There will be hands on activities and door prizes.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM SRP - Rocks Rock!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Members of the Lake Agassiz Rock Club will talk about identifying rocks and give the kids a chance at identifying rocks themselves.     Location: Hawley Library Friday July 26, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Wolves     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Animals are not the only ones who live underground. Trolls, elves and other mischievous creatures can cause all sorts of trouble. Stories and activities will help us enjoy these wee folk.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Geology Rocks @ Your Library       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Geology Rocks @ Your Library – Learn about rocks? Sure – they are fascinating IF you know what to look for!! Plus, you will “make” some fossils in rock of your own.   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Dig Into Reading       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     It is time for a bit of fantasy. Build a tiny house for your favorite elf; make a "pot 'o gold", code messages and hunt for treasure.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- Dig into Nutrition       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Dig into Nutrition – Explore nutrition and physical activity games with Amy Bjorem, Community Nutrition Educator with the University of Minnesota Extension, Mahnomen County, and enjoy a healthy snack.     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday July 27, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:ANTS GO MARCHING - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM LEGO CLub       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     5-year-olds and up are invited to the Moorhead Library to create LEGO masterpieces each month on the 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. and 4th Saturday @ 2 p.m.     Location: Moorhead Library Monday July 29, 2013 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday July 30, 2013 Go To Top 1:30 AM  -  4:30 PM A Cave Adventure       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     A bus trip to Prairie Wetlands Learning Center in Fergus Falls will be the adventure for this week. Learn about cave paining in different cultures. Pre-registration and signed parental permission required. Children younger than 6 must be accompanied by an adult or older (at least 12 years old) sibling. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities. Stay for Family Craft Night every Tuesday evening following Storytime.     Location: Moorhead Library Wednesday July 31, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Storytime!       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come into Moorhead Library for Storytime! Children age 3 through kindergarten are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. for exciting stories and fun activities.     Location: Moorhead Library   11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Summer Reading Program DIG A LITTLE DEEPER...BURROWERS       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Dig a little Deeper...Burrowers" Join us with Professor John Loegering who will lead us in the exploration of animals that burrow.     Location: Crookston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig into the Past       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     We’ll watch Bill Nye the Science Guy dig into the past during the archaeology episode of his Emmy-award winning Disney series. We’ll find out why and how archaeologists dig for ancient relics and then we’ll do a little digging of our own!     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

6:30 PM Hi-Bear-Nating Special Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Put on your PJ’s and bring your favorite teddy bear to this extra special storytime where your bear will get to spend the night at the library!     Location: Barnesville Library Thursday August 1, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:00 AM  -  5:00 PM Quilters and Crafters Group       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Calling all Quilters, knitters, weavers, spinners, cross-stitchers, fiber artists!! Bring your UFOs -- unfinished objects -- to the library for a day of crafting, brainstorming, networking, conversation, and laughter. We'll provide the tables and lunch. You bring your projects, machines, fabrics, snacks and beverages. Pre-registration is required. Call 218-945-6137.   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:BUILDING BLOCKS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   3:30 PM  -  4:30 PM SRP - Dig in the Dirt!       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Members of the Clay County Extension Service will teach us how to create our own "dirt" from composted materials.     Location: Hawley Library Friday August 2, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Trains     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Pet rocks, gold nuggets, precious jewels- what would you dig for? Stories and activities will help us explore rocks.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library

11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Walk Like An Egyptian       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Walk Like an Egyptian – Learn about the pyramids, mummies, hieroglyphics and ancient beliefs. Make a Shabti bookmark, a Mummy bookmark and a Cartouche necklace. Say what?   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Under the Earth       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     Rocks and minerals, pet rocks and crystal gardens. Join us for stories of underground adventure and craft activities that really rock.     Location: Ada Library   2:00 PM Summer Reading Program -- Dig into Drawing!       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Dig into Drawing! Join us in learning some special drawing techniques and exercises to hone your sketching skills. We’ll also celebrate all our Summer Reading accomplishments! And don't forget -- KEEP READING! The drawings for the grand prizes will be held on Friday, August 30 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read, the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday August 3, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:BUILDING BLOCKS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday August 5, 2013 -  Saturday August 10, 2013 Go To Top Dig for It!       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     A variety of digging related items will be "buried" at the library. They will all be in one place, so it should be easy to find them. If you find them all, you will receive a prize! Come anytime the library is open. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday August 5, 2013 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Origami Club       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come by the Moorhead Library the first Monday of the month and practice your paper folding skills. All ages and experience levels welcome!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday August 6, 2013 Go To Top 9:00 AM  -  3:00 PM Annual Becker County Friends of the Library Book Sale       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     While you are out enjoying the Detroit Lakes Crazy Daze activities stop by the library to get the best bargains in town! Becker County Friends of the Library will be selling books, audio books, CDs, and DVDs in the main meeting room of the library. Proceeds from this event help sponsor library programs.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:00 PM Knit Happens...Sew have fun!       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Come and join the library's fun new knitting club! Treats will be served.     Location: Crookston Library

6:30 PM Aye, Pirates!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Partake in pirate activities and follow the treasure map to dig into some treasure!     Location: Barnesville Library Wednesday August 7, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   12:00 PM  -  5:00 PM Let's Hit the Road: Annual Out-of-Town Trip       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Teens in grades 6 through 12: We'll be traveling by bus to Fargo/Moorhead for a day of fun! The first stop is Skateland Skate Center for roller or in-line skating and arcade games. Then it will be on to the Moorhead Library for pizza and prizes, as well as time to check stuff out. Pre-registration and signed parental permission required. A PART OF BENEATH THE SURFACE TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM.     Location: Breckenridge Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Rocks Rock!       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Rock out with Bill Nye the Science Guy in the “Rocks and Soil” episode. Learn about the three basic types of rocks and how they are formed. We’ll take a look at some real rock samples and then tap into some special geological structures called geodes.     Location: Fosston Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Summer Reading Program EXPLORE TO THE CORE       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     SRP "Explore to the Core" Who loves rocks? Join the Library CALL Committee for the finale of the Summer Reading Program. ROCKS are topic of the day!     Location: Crookston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Magic Tree House Book Club       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Do you have a love of adventure? Have you read the Magic Tree House books? Whether, you love the series already or are want to read a book packed full of adventure, join the Magic Tree House Book Club! Come to the library once a month to talk about one of the exciting books. A themed snack and book-inspired activities will also be part of this monthly gathering! June 11th- Hour of the Olympic's #16 July 2nd- Earthquake in the Early Morning #24 August 7th- Twister on Tuesday #23     Location: Barnesville Library Thursday August 8, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM Microsoft Publisher       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     Learn the basics of Microsoft Publisher, an entry level Desktop Publishing application. Pre-registration requested.     Location: Crookston Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:I DIG DINOSAURS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Friday August 9, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Trees     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM SRP Story time       Contact: Ada Library   218-784-4480   ada@larl.org     Caves are mysterious places. Wonderful, beautiful, and scary things can be found there. Join us for stories and activities to explore caves.     Location: Ada Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Caves!       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     CAVES – What are they? How did they get there? We’ll explore the topic of caves and create some of your own cave drawings.   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM SRP Under the Earth       Contact: Ada Library   218 784-4480   ada@larl.org     What can you find in a cave? Natural beauty and primitive cave paintings are some of the things you can find when you light up a cave. Join us in exploring the fun you can have with caves in our final SRP adventure.     Location: Ada Library   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday August 10, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:I DIG DINOSAURS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   11:00 AM Chalk Art!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Decorate the library’s sidewalk with your best artwork!     Location: Barnesville Library Monday August 12, 2013 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library

2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Witty Knitters       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Join this group of knitters for a casual get-together. Bring your knitting or other handiwork project to work on while sharing ideas for projects and patterns. Coffee available. This group meets on the second Monday of each month.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday August 13, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Introduction to Zinio Magazines       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     You can now read some of your favorite magazines online. Come to this class to learn some tips and tricks for using this great to addition to LARL's digital offerings. Limit: 6 people. Call, email, or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   3:00 PM Garden Guardians       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every garden needs a protector! Come to the library and make a house to attract one to your garden. Will it be a garden fairy, an elf or a hobbit? Gather up some twigs, leaves, rocks - anything you'd like to use on your house. We'll also have supplies available. The finished houses will be on display for a week before they go home to your garden! Enjoy garden snacks while working on your project. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:00 PM  -  5:30 PM Geocaching 101 for Teens       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Geocaching 101. Geocaching is a free real-world outdoor treasure hunt. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using a smartphone or GPS and can then share their experiences online. We will find a local “cache” and create a Fertile Library cache to add to the system.   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM Intro to LARL's Digital Library       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Did you know you can download books from the Library? Learn about searching our digital catalog for ebooks, the various formats we support and the various help options available to help you get started. Limit: 6 people. Call, email or stop by the library to register.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Dig into Archaeology!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Come to the library and create your own fossil, help us decorate the walls with some cool cave paintings and much more!     Location: Barnesville Library Wednesday August 14, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Professor Marvel's Amazing Archaelogical Adventure Magic Show       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     You will definitely dig Professor Marvel’s magic! He will perform amazing magical illusions, and at the same time, discuss the magic and wonder contained in books that can only be revealed by digging into reading.     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Thursday August 15, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library

10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:FROLICKING FAIRIES - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library   4:30 PM Re-Purposed Books: Book Hedgehog       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Join us at the library as we transform an old paperback into a work of art…or at least a hedgehog!     Location: Barnesville Library Friday August 16, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Animals at the Zoo     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Creepy, Crawlies @ Your Library       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Creepy, Crawlies @ Your Library – Come learn about things that crawl, slither, creep………….. Leave with a very, hairy caterpillar!! No, not a real one, but close – a plant of sorts.   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library Saturday August 17, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:FROLICKING FAIRIES - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday August 19, 2013 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Monday FUNday       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     Every Monday during the summer for elementary and middle school age kids. Play Wii and board games and enjoy snacks. On the last Monday of each month, come for a movie and popcorn.     Location: Breckenridge Library

2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Yell in the LIbrary       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Teens! Play games, have snacks, volunteer, plan events and more!     Location: Moorhead Library Tuesday August 20, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.   3:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Library Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Library Book Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3:00pm August 20th selection - "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   6:30 PM Back to School Fashion Show: Diva on a Dime       Contact: Jan Aamoth   218-281-4522   aamothj@larl.org     You don't have to spend a lot to be trendy! Join us for a budget friendly/style savvy fashion show featuring fashions from two Crookston Consignment stores; Cycle of Threads and Wish Upon a Star. Yes, you can have it all!     Location: Crookston Library   6:30 PM SRP Finale: Pet Show!       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnesville@larl.org     Bring your real or stuffed pet (cage or leash your REAL pet, please) for a one-of-a-kind pet show! Then join us for a pet parade as we take a walk around the block.     Location: Barnesville Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Book Discussion - 'Murder Under the Loon'       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4959   hawley@larl.org     Join us for an informal discussion of Minnesota author Gerald Anderson's "Murder Under the Loon". “I'm going to give up ice fishing and snowmobiling for golfing in January. What a trade! What a glorious trade!" Gerald Anderson "Murder Under the Loon".     Location: Hawley Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Classics Book Club: The Body in the Library       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us to discuss the Agatha Christie's The Body in the Library.     Location: Moorhead Library   7:00 PM  -  10:00 PM Night Crawlers Late Night Lock-In       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     There will be a variety of activities after the library closes for the night. Ants and other dirt dwelling insects, along with worms, will be the focus of this after-hours event. Pre-registration and signed parental permission required. A PART OF "DIG INTO READING" SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN.     Location: Breckenridge Library Wednesday August 21, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Dig/Dive into Fun Pool Party       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Bring your swim suit and towel and meet the library staff at the Fosston Civic Center pool. We’ll spend 45 minutes swimming, splashing and having fun in the pool. Then we’ll dry off and hand out door prizes. Fosston Civic Center lifeguards will be on duty during this event. * Signed permission form required. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult and non-swimmers must wear a life jacket/personal floatation device.     Location: Fosston Library   4:30 PM  -  5:30 PM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Book Club       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Come to the library and discuss the latest book -- Call for Title.   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Christian Book Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     New offering at the Detroit Lakes Library. Christian Book Club will meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm August 20th selection - "As Sure as the Dawn" by Francine Rivers. All are welcome to attend.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Thursday August 22, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Thursday Morning Adventures - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:CREEPING CRITTERS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Friday August 23, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Birds     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:00 PM SRP - Gnomes, Elves, Trolls       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Gnomes, Elves, Trolls – all @ Your Library. Come hear the folklore about these tricky little characters. Be prepared for fun, crafts and tricks!!   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Summer Teen Lounge       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For kids in grades 6 through 12. Hang out with friends! Listen to music, play Wii or board games,enjoy cold drinks. The meeting room will be all yours on Friday afternoons.     Location: Breckenridge Library

Saturday August 24, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   10:30 AM  -  11:15 AM Saturday Stories - Storytime       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     This week's theme:CREEPING CRITTERS - Bring your young children for Storytime. A different theme is explored each week with books, songs, fingerplays, flannelboard stories and a craft. Fingerplay sheets and coloring pages are available each week to take home. For ages 3 through early elementary. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or daycare provider.     Location: Breckenridge Library Monday August 26, 2013 Go To Top 2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Senior Computer Practice       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Come to an open computer lab to practice your computers skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions.     Location: Moorhead Library   7:00 PM Breckenridge Bookmarkers Book Discussion Group       Contact: Breckenridge Library   218-643-2113   breckenridge@larl.org     For the first time, this group will meet during the summer months! This month's Discussion: THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS by M.L. Stedman Join this casual group of book lovers for rousing discussions of books chosen by the group. To be added to the email reminder list, contact the library.     Location: Breckenridge Library Tuesday August 27, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM eReader Help       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions. Appointment Times: Tuesdays: 1030am - 1130am Wednesdays: 430pm - 530pm Or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library   2:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Library Club       Contact: Detroit Lakes Reference   218-847-2168   dlreference@larl.org     Join us for the Library Club Kickoff meeting. Come hear about the upcoming events and enjoy the good company and refreshments. Membership is open to anyone interested in the Library and in interesting programs. Dues are $3 per year or $50 for a Lifetime membership.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Wednesday August 28, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM Storytime       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     Parents and caregivers bring your pre-schoolers to the Mahnomen Library on Wednesdays for storytime!     Location: Mahnomen Library   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Teen Movie       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Call for Title. Thursday August 29, 2013 Go To Top Sizzlin' Summer Reads       Contact: Mahnomen Library   218-935-2843   mahnomen@larl.org     ADULTS! Join us for the 2013 Sizzlin' Summer Reads. For every four books you read, enter for prizes. The drawing for the grand prize will be held on Thursday, August 8 -- need not be present to win, but the more you read the better your chances. Grand prize an AM/FM solar/crank powered weather radio! The 2013 Mahnomen Sizzlin' Summer Reads adult reading program is sponsored by the Mahnomen GFWC and the Mahnomen Pioneer.     Location: Mahnomen Library   10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Storytime       Contact: Crookston Library   218-281-4255   crookston@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft and or music.     Location: Crookston Library   10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Baby Bounce Storytime       Contact: Moorhead Library   218-233-7594   moorhead@larl.org     Join us each Thursday at 10 a.m. at Moorhead Library for Baby Bounce Storytime. Parents and babies up to age 2 are invited to sing, clap, bounce, and listen to nursery rhymes and stories!     Location: Moorhead Library   10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library

Friday August 30, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Barnesville Library   218-354-2301   barnresville@larl.org     Storytime for preschool aged children (3-5) exploring a different theme each Friday at 10:30 am. Come join us at the library for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and more! This week's theme: Cock a Doodle Doo     Location: Barnesville Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Summer Storytime       Contact: Fosston Library   218-435-1320   fosston@larl.org     Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to Dig into Reading during this summer's Storytime! Each week we’ll dig into a different theme through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel board stories and/or a craft. No pre-registration is required, but we ask daycares and other groups call ahead to ensure there will be adequate supplies.     Location: Fosston Library   11:00 AM  -  12:30 PM SRP - Dig Into Reading Finale       Contact: Fertile Library   218-945-6137   fertile@larl.org     Dig Into Reading Finale -- Summer Reading Prizes will be awarded. PLUS, “Water Balloon the Librarian”. Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel. You will get wet!! Saturday August 31, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM Story Time       Contact: Detroit Lakes Library   218-847-2168   detroit@larl.org     Preschool Storytime with theme related stories, fingerplays and a simple craft.     Location: Detroit Lakes Library Friday September 6, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library Friday September 13, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library Friday September 20, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library Friday September 27, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Hawley Library   218-483-4549   hawley@larl.org     Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30am. We explore a different theme each week and tie in games, songs, and/or activities.     Location: Hawley Library

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