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Featured Programs & Events

Microsoft Word & Introduction to Northstar

Tue, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Technology Training Lab

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word, and how to access Northstar Digital Literacy for self-paced online learning.

Registration is now closed

World at War Forum - Prisoners of War

Tue, Jun 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Porter Room

John Zylstra was a young child when invading Japanese forces took his family captive. Join John as he relates his first hand experiences as a captive.

Virtual Author Talk - Mike Rucker, PhD - "The Fun Habit"

Wed, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join us for a virtual author visit with Dr. Mike Rucker, as he talks about his book, "The Fun Habit," an inspiring and motivational guidebook that you will... more

Join us for a virtual author visit with Dr. Mike Rucker, as he talks about his book, "The Fun Habit," an inspiring and motivational guidebook that you will want to share with everyone in your life.

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Super Readers

Thu, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Storytime Room

What is your super strength? Increase vocabulary, fluency, and sight words using a Marvel and DC comics theme while incorporating art, poetry, creative... more

What is your super strength? Increase vocabulary, fluency, and sight words using a Marvel and DC comics theme while incorporating art, poetry, creative writing and more! Grades K-3.

Sensory Workshop

Fri, Jun 09, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Craft Room

Let's make...connections, friends, cool stuff! In each session of Sensory Workshop you'll make something to take home with you! Ages 8-12

Bike Rodeo

Sat, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn bicycle handling skills, get helmet & bicycle checks, and earn a certificate for demonstrating your skills in the bike rodeo! Parent/Guardian is... more

Learn bicycle handling skills, get helmet & bicycle checks, and earn a certificate for demonstrating your skills in the bike rodeo! Parent/Guardian is required to attend with their child. Grades 1-6.

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Maker Monday: Beginning Coding for Adults

Mon, Jun 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Technology Training Lab

Want to learn how to code? Find resources on how to start here.

Long Term Care Ombudsman - Introduction

Tue, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dover Room

Join us for an overview of Long Term Care Ombudsman—an organization that advocates for people who use long-term care services.

Tuesday Evening Book Club (IN PERSON & ON ZOOM) - Persuasion by Jane Austen

Tue, Jun 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Porter Room,Zoom Programming 2

This meeting will be held IN PERSON and ON ZOOM. Those unable to attend in person, can join us via Zoom simultaneously. Registration begins May 9. Click or... more

This meeting will be held IN PERSON and ON ZOOM. Those unable to attend in person, can join us via Zoom simultaneously. Registration begins May 9. Click or see below for details.

Trivia and Pop Music of the 1970s

Wed, Jun 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dover Room

Join us as we travel back in time to the glory of the 1970s music scene!

Internet and Email Basics with Introduction to Northstar

Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Technology Training Lab

Learn the basics of the internet, using email, and how to access Northstar Digital Literacy for self-paced online learning.

Registration opens Thursday, June 8 2023 at 9:00am

Make It, Take It!

Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stop by Youth Services to complete a featured craft. No registration. While supplies last. PreK-Grade 2

Open Heart: - A Conversation and Book Signing with Akil Taher, MD

Thu, Jun 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dover Room

Meet Dr. Akil Taher, the author of "Open Heart: The Transformational Journey of a Doctor, Who, After Bypass Surgery at 61, Ran Marathons and Climbed Mountains."