JK
Apr 13, 2024
Only Say Good Things
This is a sad tale of how women were treated and a monster idealized. Very good read.
DS
Apr 11, 2024
Hello, Sunshine
Overall a good book that supports the value of honesty and authenticity to oneself, others and in relationships.
PA
Mar 30, 2024
Marshlands
I liked how the book was set up, going into the main characters past at the end of the story and being able to cross reference the early mentions of what he did to get to where we started in the book. Just wished we got to see more of his future.
JK
Mar 28, 2024
What Happened to the Bennetts
Enjoy this book and the measure
s a person will do to protect the ones they love and to get their life back
DS
Mar 27, 2024
The Everlasting Embrace
This was such a sweet book! It depicted the bond between mother and child in such an intimate way, both through the story as well as the illustrations and African cultural perspective and traditions.
DS
Mar 26, 2024
Brother Andrew
I loved this book and the story of Brother Andrew’s life and bold faith was both inspirational and encouraging. It created a desire to be bolder and closer to God.
DS
Mar 26, 2024
In a Cloud of Dust
Fun book providing a good window into the importance of bicycles in the rural villages of Tanzania. Lovely illustrations as well.
DM
Mar 24, 2024
Scales of Ice & Shadow
The 2nd installment of facing fears and a hope for something better. You won’t be able to put this book down!
DM
Mar 24, 2024
Scales of Ash & Smoke
The start of an adventure you won’t want to put down.
DM
Mar 24, 2024
Scales of Sun & Storm
Absolutely amazing. Everything you hope for in an epic trilogy ending. Hope. War. Love.
You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. Your heart will be filled with hope.
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Friends of the Library Pop Up Book Sale at Centennial Library
May 11, 2024 • 10:00 AM
Gently used books of all genres and for all ages will be available at great prices!
The Friends of the Anoka County Library raise funds for and increase awareness of Anoka County Library in its mission to connect community to ideas, information, and inspiration.
Summer Adventures Kick-Off with Storyteller Laurie Witzkowski
Mississippi Meeting Room 1 & 2
Jun 1, 2024 • 10:15 am
Join us to celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading. Drop in for craft activities,signup Summer Adventures on Beanstack, take a space themed photo, pickup a Tiny Art Bookmark, and watch the Way of the Moncarch at 11:00 AM. Come learn about all the Library has to offer this summer.
At 11:00 AM Laurie Witzkowski will perform The Way of the Mona...
Blaine Veterans Through the Decades
Northtown Library
Jun 1, 2024 • 2:00 pm
Blaine Historical Society will bring home the message of Memorial Day in a talk and exhibit devoted to Blaine's military veterans. Veterans have been part of Blaine history from the earliest settlers to the present day. They served in combat and in supporting roles. You are invited to hear Blaine veterans of several wars and from several branche...
Prairie Plants Relay: Planting Day
Centennial Library
Jun 1, 2024 • 1:00 pm
Prairie Plants Relay: Seed Planting
This Month we welcome educator Heidi Ferris to the library to begin a program wher we will learn abou native prairie plants. This is a hands-on program, where we will work together every month to learn and fown the plants, eventually planting them at the library this summer. This program is targeted at all in...
Greek Music of the Spheres Lecture and Demonstration
Northtown Library
Jun 3, 2024 • 6:00 pm
Join Melissa Bergstrom, Anoka-Ramsey music faculty, for a lecture/demonstration of the Ancient Greek idea that the planets make music. We will dabble in a little bit of math and astronomy while immersing ourselves in ancient musical ideas that continue to shape our modern soundscape.
This program is funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural ...
Scholarship Essay Workshop with the LOFT
Johnsville Library
Jun 3, 2024 • 5:30 pm
Prepare to write your college scholarship application essays by exploring your personal narrative and how to tell your story in a compelling way. Discover storytelling and persuasive strategies to showcase your experiences and describe your motivations, career aspirations and how you�ve overcome challenges. Hosted by the LOFT. This program is in...
Interstellar Water Quest with Growing Green Hearts
Saint Francis Library
Jun 5, 2024 • 11:00 am
Get your ticket and come aboard the spacecraft! Students are crew members that experience the story of earth's systems, explore water chemistry through experiments, and practice deductive reasoning to save the spaceship. Program is geared towards grades K-5.�
This program is funded by MELSA.
Senior Chef - cooking for one or two
Crooked Lake Library
Jun 5, 2024 • 2:00 pm
Seniors, need inspriation to spice up your meal plans for one (or two)? Hannah Ender, Dietition with Regions Hospital, will lead us through creating easy, delicious, nutritious meals for one or two people. We'll cook together, then enjoy each other's company as we eat. For this class, we'll be creating a Mediterranean Bowl. For questions about p...
UFO Minnesota - Watch the Sky with author Chad Lewis
Northtown Library
Jun 8, 2024 • 2:00 pm
Chad Lewis will present UFO Minnesota-Watch the Sky. Minnesota has a rich history of UFO and alien encounters. Each year hundreds of people witness something in the sky that they can't explain. Even more bizarre are those who believe that have come face to face with creatures not of this earth. This program looks at some of the most amazing UFO ...
Rum River Writing Group
Rum River Library
Jun 8, 2024 • 1:00 pm
Are you a writer? Are you looking for a writing community? Are you curious about writing but don't know where to start? Start at the library with the Rum River Writing Group!
Anyone 16 and older may drop in to join us the second Saturday of each month from 1pm to 3pm. The 1 o'clock hour is librarian-facilitated discussion including writing conc...
Tiny Art Kickoff for All Ages
Mississippi Meeting Room 1 & 2
Jun 8, 2024 • 11:00 am
Stop by the Mississippi Library to get started on your Tiny Art masterpiece. We will supply the Tiny Art canvases, paints, brushes, and space-- just bring your creativity!
Please wear clothes appropriate for painting.
Adaptive Teen Cooking: Curiosity Kitchen English Muffin Pizzas and Dirt Cups
Crooked Lake Library
Jun 8, 2024 • 2:00 pm
This adaptive class is for teens with disabilities. Participants will be paired with a peer buddy with the goal of connecting teens with and without disabilities to learn, socialize, and have fun together.
A parent or caregiver should stay in the library while their teen participates in the program.
If you are a teen interested in being a pe...
Tiny Art Kickoff for Youth
Rum River Library
Jun 10, 2024 • 11:00 am
Stop by the Rum River Library to get started on your Tiny Art masterpiece.We'll supply the Tiny Art canvases, paints, brushes, and space--just bring your creativity!
RAD Zoo: Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo
North Central Library
Jun 10, 2024 • 5:00 pm
Marvel at the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world during this fun, safe and educational program. RAD Zoo is dedicated to connecting people to nature through engaging, interactive experiences. The program will include turtles, lizards, snakes, and a small alligator. Registration is not required, but register to receive a reminder...
TPT Summer STEM event
Johnsville Library
Jun 12, 2024 • 11:30 am
Join Twin Cities PBS for a free family-friendly event with educational arts and crafts designed for children ages 2-8. The event will also feature an appearance by a costumed character from the PBS Kids show Hero Elementary. Take home a snack and some PBS goodies including a copy of the Summer Activity Booklet filled with fun ways to learn all s...
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