Events

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…

Come enjoy a community-style listening session on Nicollet Mall with guest DJ Rock the Monkey! Show off your newest dance moves or just enjoy the music. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. This program is funded with…

Entering grades 6-12. Design and create your own key chain or necklace (or both!) with shrinking plastic! Materials provided. This event is RUN by teens FOR teens!

Join us on the lawn for outdoor games! We will play circle games, badminton, tag, and more at this drop-in program. Bring your friends and let's get active outdoors.

Drop in and meet with an employment counselor from CareerForce for one-on-one career counseling and job search assistance. They will offer résumé critique, job interview coaching, and effective job search strategies. Collaborator:…

Entering grades 1-12. Join Sumner Library staff for drop-in video games with a Nintendo Switch.

Learn about your health and connect to the care you need! Meet with Red Door Clinic to take a free, private Rapid HIV test, learn about HIV prevention and care, get help connecting to treatment and medical services, and access harm…

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.…

For all ages. Chess it out! Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans at all levels. Walk-ins welcome.

Do you already know some ukulele basics but need more time with the instrument to build your skills? Drop in and practice while playing fun songs along with others. Resources for learning new chords, strum patterns, and songs will be…

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!

Entering 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.

Entering K-grade 12 and their families. Paint your own reading-inspired art to display in the St. Louis Park Summer Reading Festival Artwalk in the Park. Materials provided. 

Collaborator: St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts. 

Entering grades 6-12. Using permanent markers and templates, create art on a skateboard deck. Skateboard deck and art materials provided. Wheels and additional hardware not provided. Collaborator: Rivard Art. This program is funded…

Meet with outreach workers to receive free naloxone training and get connected to recovery services and resources. Collaborator: Neighborhood HealthSource.

Welcome youth and young adults who want to play chess! Play for fun and learn chess basics from chess teachers and mentors. All levels are encouraged to attend, and new players will be offered help to learn the rules and get started. All…

Entering grades 6-12. Drop in and join the fun! Play a variety of tabletop games – Monopoly, Catan, Scrabble, and more. Play games in a friendly competitive space. Feel free to bring your own game to share! Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin…

Lounge and learn with the laid-back Carlson’s Lloveable Llamas at the library! Option to linger longer with library-led activities offering limitless llama-themed fun for all! 

Sponsor: MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency).

Entering grades 5-12. Join this nature themed macramé class and learn the art of crafting stunning wrapped stone necklaces. Connect with the earth's beauty as you weave and knot your way to creating unique, one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by…

Entering grades 3-12. Using permanent markers and templates, create art on a skateboard deck. Skateboard deck and art materials provided. Wheels and additional hardware not provided. Collaborator: Rivard Art. This program is funded…