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Hennepin County Library · Club · Seniors
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting. September 2: Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power October 7: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi November 4:
Schedule: Wednesday 3pm–4pm (recurring), 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Nokomis
Hennepin County Library · Class · Adults
Join us for a fun, crafty evening of marble magnet making. Learn how to turn flat-blacked clear marbles into cute magnets, a fun creation perfect for your kitchen or workspace! Bring your own images or use from the library’s art and magazine collection. No experience necessary. M
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–7:30pm, 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Rockford Road · Large Meeting Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · Adults
Do you need help with reading, math, GED prep, or your homework? Are you studying for a test for school or a job? Our tutors are here to help. You can work with trained volunteer tutors during tutoring hours at the library. No appointment needed. Adult Tutoring is a drop-in progr
Schedule: Wednesday 5:30pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2026-12-02
Season: Dec 2, 2026
Brookdale
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Grades 4-12. Come watch anime, talk manga, make crafts, and connect with people who share your interests! Materials provided. Programming may include TV-14 rated material. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Schedule: Wednesday 4pm–5:30pm (recurring), 2026-12-09
Season: Dec 9, 2026
Brooklyn Park · Shingle Creek Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies.
Schedule: Wednesday 9:30am–10am (recurring), 2026-12-23
Season: Dec 23, 2026
Ridgedale
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk. September 24: Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf October 22: A Single Thread by Tracy Chevalier November 19: The Yellow House
Schedule: Thursday 6:30pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-19
Season: Nov 19, 2026
Nokomis
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Chess equipment will be provided. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Walk-ins are welcome. Come and have fun!
Schedule: Monday 4:30pm–6pm (recurring), 2026-12-21
Season: Dec 21, 2026
Brookdale
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Equipment provided. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Walk-ins welcome. Come and have some friendly competitive fun! Collaborator: Camdentown Chess Club.
Schedule: Thursday 6pm–8pm (recurring), 2026-12-10
Season: Dec 10, 2026
North Regional
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
All are welcome to join library staff and fellow patrons for relaxed conversation over coffee or tea (provided). Feel free to bring a craft to work on, book to read, or game to play.
Schedule: Friday 8am–9am (recurring), 2026-11-13
Season: Nov 13, 2026
Webber Park · Victory Memorial Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Receive one-on-one help at Plymouth Library with a tech volunteer. Get help with setting up an email account, working on a Microsoft document, working with e-readers, tablets, laptops, cell phones, scanning, faxing and more. No appointment necessary.
Schedule: Tuesday 2pm–4pm (recurring), 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Plymouth
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities. A licensed ECFE parent educator will be available to discuss caregiving topics in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Minneapolis Public Schools
Schedule: Friday 10am–11am (recurring), 2026-12-04
Season: Dec 4, 2026
North Regional
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Whether you are a diehard fan, a casual fan, or someone who is interested in diving into the world of K-Pop (Korean pop music), join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafts and hanging out. Let’s chill and watch K-Pop content together. Crafting stations will also be available durin
Schedule: Sunday 2pm–4pm, 2026-11-29
Season: Nov 29, 2026
Hopkins
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Join our crafting community on the 1st Saturday of every month from 11 a.m.-noon. This is an opportunity to connect and learn from each other over our creative endeavors. We'll have a librarian-led craft, but participants are encouraged to bring their current projects and just sp
Schedule: Saturday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-05
Season: Dec 5, 2026
Webber Park · Victory Memorial Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Craft, create, and connect with your library community. We encourage you to bring your current projects – any and all portable crafts with library-safe materials are welcome! Don’t have a project going already? Washburn Library has materials available for you to use! All skill le
Schedule: Thursday 6pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-19
Season: Nov 19, 2026
Washburn · Lower level meeting room - accessible by stairs or elevator
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Bring your own knitting, quilting, cross stitching or other preferred craft and craft together with others. The group meets every Wednesday in the Wayzata Library Meeting Room.
Schedule: Wednesday 2pm–4pm (recurring), 2027-02-03
Season: Feb 3, 2027
Wayzata
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. No experience necessary. We'll also have DUPLOS®, so all ages are welcome.
Schedule: Tuesday 2pm–3:30pm, 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Washburn · Lower-level meeting room is accessible by stairs or elevator
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Is your shirt missing a button? Are your jeans wearing through at the knee? Do you just want to extend the life of your clothing? Bring your damaged clothing and learn to repair it, using hand sewing techniques. This is a no-stress, social event! No experience necessary. Mending
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–8pm (recurring), 2027-01-12
Season: Jan 12, 2027
Arvonne Fraser · Room 003
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Drop in for one-on-one assistance with computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Library staff will help troubleshoot library service needs on your own devices and library computers. We'll provide support with using Microsoft Office and Google Docs, setting up an email or s
Schedule: Sunday 12pm–2pm (recurring), 2026-12-06
Season: Dec 6, 2026
Hosmer
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.
Schedule: Saturday 2pm–3pm (recurring), 2026-12-05
Season: Dec 5, 2026
Champlin
Hennepin County Library · Class · Adults
Meet other adults for friendly conversation while speaking in English. Open to anyone interested in practicing their English language skills! This conversation circle will be led by staff most days.
Schedule: Saturday 10am–11am (recurring), 2027-03-20
Season: Mar 20, 2027
Maple Grove
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in this evening offering of Family Storytime. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–6:30pm, 2026-11-10
Season: Nov 10, 2026
Ridgedale
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Schedule: Tuesday 9:30am–10am (recurring), 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Maple Grove
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Feel free to bring a favorite blanket or stuffy to cuddle up with and wear PJs so kids can go right to bed when you get home.
Schedule: Tuesday 6:30pm–7pm, 2026-11-17
Season: Nov 17, 2026
Golden Valley
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Collaborator: Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE).
Schedule: Monday 10:30am–11am (recurring), 2026-11-16
Season: Nov 16, 2026
Brooklyn Park · Mississippi River Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
For people at all skill levels. Make new friends while creating your own handmade masterpieces! Drop in or stay the entire time. Learn how to knit or practice new techniques. Bring your own needles and yarn, please. Other needlecrafts welcome!
Schedule: Wednesday 10am–12pm (recurring), 2026-11-18
Season: Nov 18, 2026
Nokomis
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of interesting fiction titles. Selected books will focus on stories by authors who share the identities, culture, or experience of their main characters. Hosted by staff from Maple Grove Library. Some lending copies will be available at the service desk. Regis
Schedule: Tuesday 5:30pm–6:30pm (recurring), 2027-01-19
Season: Jan 19, 2027
Maple Grove · Room 133
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
Work with a friendly, skilled volunteer to try to fix your broken household items, gain confidence and new repair skills, and incorporate sustainability into your life. No pre-registration required. Items must be carry-in-sized. Examples of what to bring: lamp, vacuum cleaner, fa
Schedule: Thursday 4pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-12-17
Season: Dec 17, 2026
Maple Grove · Main Street Meeting Room
Hennepin County Library · Club · Adults
Meet other adults for friendly conversation while speaking in French. Open to anyone interested in practicing their French language skills! This club will be led by volunteers or staff most days.
Schedule: Monday 1pm–2pm (recurring), 2026-11-16
Season: Nov 16, 2026
Plymouth
Hennepin County Library · Club · Adults
Join the Twin Cities’ Goblin Craft Club in the meeting room for a bring-your-own-craft gathering! All craft projects are welcome, but please bring your own tools and materials. This gathering is also only for adults; if you have mini-goblins, please leave them at home!
Schedule: Saturday 1pm–4pm, 2026-11-07
Season: Nov 7, 2026
Edina
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. December 14: Horse by Geraldine Brooks
Schedule: Monday 1:30pm–3pm, 2026-12-14
Season: Dec 14, 2026
Golden Valley
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. February 8: The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson
Schedule: Monday 1:30pm–3pm, 2027-02-08
Season: Feb 8, 2027
Golden Valley
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. November 9: Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
Schedule: Monday 1:30pm–3pm, 2026-11-09
Season: Nov 9, 2026
Golden Valley
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Halcyon Days is a book club that doesn't take itself too seriously; like hanging out with old friends you didn't know you had! Readers interested in exploring books and popular culture will find the group appealing. Hosted by Becky and Karen from Web and Online Services, this boo
Schedule: Thursday 7pm–8:30pm, 2026-12-10
Season: Dec 10, 2026
Hennepin County Library
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Halcyon Days is a book club that doesn't take itself too seriously; like hanging out with old friends you didn't know you had! Readers interested in exploring books and popular culture will find the group appealing. Hosted by Becky and Karen from Web and Online Services, this boo
Schedule: Thursday 7pm–8:30pm, 2026-11-12
Season: Nov 12, 2026
Hennepin County Library
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting historical fiction titles. Bring along recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the Brooklyn Park Library service desk.
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–7pm, 2026-12-08
Season: Dec 8, 2026
Brooklyn Park · Shingle Creek Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
Grades 1-6. Craft and create in the Children’s Library at Minneapolis Central while out of school! Stop in for a special No School Kids Crafternoon. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Schedule: Wednesday 2:30pm–3:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-25
Season: Nov 25, 2026
Minneapolis Central · Children's Library, The Imagination Room
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
PreK-grade 6. Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. Work as a team or individually. Drop in and build for as long as you like. No experience necessary. No registration required. Room capacity is limited.
Schedule: Tuesday 5:30pm–7pm, 2026-11-24
Season: Nov 24, 2026
Minnetonka
Hennepin County Library · Class · Seniors
Join us for conversation, read the newspaper, or do a crossword puzzle! This is a drop-in program, so come to stay or just say "Hi!" Each week will feature an activity from 1:30-3 p.m.* All individuals age 55+ are welcome. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. Collabor
Schedule: Thursday 1pm–3pm (recurring), 2026-12-03
Season: Dec 3, 2026
Minneapolis Central · Doty Board Room, 2nd floor, skyway level
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
K-grade 6. Put your game face on and enter into MC Game Zone! Make some new friends while playing board games, card games, and table tennis. Learn some new games such as: Dino Racer; Exploding Kittens (The Board Game); BLOKUS Shuffle (The UNO edition); and Taco! Cat! Goat! Cheese
Schedule: Tuesday 3pm–4:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-17
Season: Nov 17, 2026
Minneapolis Central · Children's Library, The Imagination Room
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Free and open to all!
Schedule: Tuesday 1pm–3pm (recurring), 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Minneapolis Central · The Commons and The Atrium
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join us for a discussion of new and interesting titles, hosted by Antonio from Plymouth Library. Some lending copies will be available at the Plymouth Library service desk. Registration is required. November 9: The Women by Kristin Hannah December 14: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
Schedule: Monday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-09
Season: Nov 9, 2026
Plymouth
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Bring your needlepoint, knit and crochet projects and get acquainted. Help us create an Uptown community of needle crafters. Drop in or stay the entire time. Everyone is welcome.
Schedule: Saturday 11am–1pm (recurring), 2026-11-07
Season: Nov 7, 2026
Walker
Hennepin County Library · Class · Adults
Join our 5-week creative writing workshop for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This class is open to anyone who uses words in any way. This program allows students to express themselves through their own words and provides an opportunity for others to read
Schedule: Tuesday 1pm–3pm (recurring), 2026-11-10
Season: Nov 10, 2026
Franklin
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting books written by queer authors or on queer topics – LGBTQIA+ centered program. Bring along your book recommendations for future meetings. Hosted by Lynn from East Lake Library and Sara from Ridgedale Library, this book club will meet the
Schedule: Tuesday 6:30pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2026-12-08
Season: Dec 8, 2026
Hennepin County Library
Hennepin County Library · Club · Kids
Open to chess players of all ages and abilities from complete beginners to more advanced. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Non-competitive and friendly playing only. All chess equipment will be provided. Walk-ins welcome!
Schedule: Wednesday 4:30pm–6:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Ridgedale · Ladyslipper Room 275
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Schedule: Saturday 10am–10:30am, 2026-11-07
Season: Nov 7, 2026
Ridgedale
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk. December 3: Lessons in Magic and Disaster by Charlie Jane Anders January 7: The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart T
Schedule: Thursday 6:30pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2027-02-04
Season: Feb 4, 2027
Nokomis
Hennepin County Library · Club · All ages
Join our discussion of books centering diverse literary voices that explore themes of racism, identity and social justice. In this quarterly book club, we aim to deepen our understanding of systemic inequities and grow together as a community by fostering dialogue that promotes d
Schedule: Saturday 2pm–3:30pm, 2026-11-14
Season: Nov 14, 2026
Golden Valley
Hennepin County Library · Class · Adults
Soma Yoga, a therapeutic form of yoga, focuses on gentle movements and poses that help individuals maintain and increase stability, strength and mobility. Poses and movements can be modified based on individual ability. Led by yoga instructor Laura Stanley. All adults welcome.
Schedule: Saturday 10am–11am (recurring), 2027-01-23
Season: Jan 23, 2027
Champlin
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
PreK-grade 2 and their favorite grownup. Experience yoga through stories and songs, and discover new ways to move and play together. Register online.
Schedule: Wednesday 6:30pm–7:15pm (recurring), 2026-11-18
Season: Nov 18, 2026
Plymouth
Hennepin County Library · Class · Seniors
Seniors, get one-on-one technology support for your personal device (smartphone, tablet or laptop). This program is staffed by tech support volunteers with expertise in working with adults age 60 and older to navigate the digital landscape. Bring your own device, or a library com
Schedule: Tuesday 1pm–4pm (recurring), 2026-11-24
Season: Nov 24, 2026
Penn Lake
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
Grades 8-12. Join us at Ridgedale Library for board games, Nintendo Switch, tabletop RPG’s, and more! Meet and hang out with friends in a fun, relaxed environment where you can be yourself and take advantage of our wide range of games. Whether it’s videogames, Ticket to Ride, Sus
Schedule: Thursday 4pm–6pm (recurring), 2026-11-05
Season: Nov 5, 2026
Ridgedale · Room 174, ground floor
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
Grades 8-12. Join library staff as they provide a quiet and calm designated space for teens to work on craft projects, play games, or just chill with each other while doing their own thing. Materials provided.
Schedule: Tuesday 5pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-24
Season: Nov 24, 2026
Webber Park · Victory Memorial Room
Hennepin County Library · Club · Kids
Open to adult and teen chess players of all abilities from complete beginners to the more advanced. Play for learning or for friendly competitive play. Teaching new players is available upon request. Just come for fun. And note: you do not need to bring any game equipment since a
Schedule: Wednesday 5:30pm–7:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-18
Season: Nov 18, 2026
Walker
Hennepin County Library · Class · Kids
Join us for family fun time as we watch a movie and make crafts! In November, we are watching The Super Mario Bros Movie, which is rated PG. Color your own Super Mario Bros picture or make stick puppets of your favorite characters. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Henn
Schedule: Saturday 9:30am–11:30am, 2026-11-28
Season: Nov 28, 2026
Maple Plain
Hennepin County Library · Class · All ages
Use basic creative writing craft elements such as strong characterization, compelling narrative structure, and an interesting premise to write great college application essays. Leave with ideas that will get you started on writing an essay to wow your readers! Collaborator: The L
Schedule: Monday 3pm–4:30pm, 2026-11-09
Season: Nov 9, 2026
Minneapolis Central · Floor 2, RKMC Room
Hennepin County Library · Club · Kids
Grades 4-12. Learn new skills, share your expertise with like-minded creatives, and spend time honing your craft. Equipment and materials provided.
Schedule: Monday 4pm–5:30pm (recurring), 2026-11-23
Season: Nov 23, 2026
Brooklyn Park · Tech Center