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Conversation Circles
Minneapolis Central Library
Room N-402
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1–3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 5, 1–3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 4–6 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 4–6 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 9, 4–6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 11, 1–3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 12, 1–3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 4–6 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 4–6 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 16, 4–6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 18, 1–3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 19, 1–3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 4–6 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 4–6 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 23, 4–6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 1–3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 26, 1–3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 4–6 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 29, 4–6 p.m.
Non-native English speakers: practice your English and make new friends in an informal, volunteer-led setting, and learn about the library, too. Call 612-543-5669 for more information in English or, in Hmong, 612-543-8845; in Somali, 612-543-8756; in Spanish, 612-543-8510.

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Public Tours of Minneapolis Central Library
Minneapolis Central Library
1st Floor Information Desk
Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m. – noon
Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 a.m. – noon
Register Online or call 612-543-8000.
Tour this stunning Cesar Pelli structure with a green roof, an art gallery, special collections, four-story atrium and much more! Note: 24-hour advance registration and a minimum of three people required per tour. Groups of 10 or more, or groups with mobility issues, contact Rochelle at 612-543-8120 or email rhenry@hclib.org. School groups (preK-12, ABE and ESL), contact Bernie at 612-543-8030 or email bfarrell@hclib.org. Note: Two-week advance notice is required for planning and scheduling a school group visit.

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History Day Hullabaloo
Minneapolis Central Library
Room N-361
Saturday, Feb. 4, 11a.m. – 3 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Get personalized help with narrowing your topic, developing your paper, identifying primary resources and finding the best library materials. Librarians, Minnesota History Day staff and mentors from the University of Minnesota will help you make sense of your project. Plenty of time for questions.
Presented in partnership with Minnesota Historical Society.

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Choosing the Right Form of Business Ownership
Minneapolis Central Library
RKMC Meeting Room
Saturday, Feb. 4, 10a.m. – noon
Register Online or call 612-543-8000.
Understand the business, legal and tax implications of each ownership option. P. Arthur Moe, LegalCORPS, will explain forms of business organization including sole proprietorships, partnerships and incorporation, and identify the factors to consider when choosing the most suitable business structure. Time for questions and discussion follows presentation.
Presented in partnership with LegalCORPS.

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Down Time
Franklin Library
Saturdays, December 3, Dec. 10, Dec. 17, Dec. 31, Feb. 4, Feb. 11, Feb. 18 & Feb. 25, 2 – 6 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Looking for a quiet and comfortable space? Take advantage of "down time" at Franklin Teen Center! Work on the topic of the week or use our computers, board games and other self-directed activities.
Made possible by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library through a grant from The McKnight Foundation.

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Protecting Your Business Brand Online
Minneapolis Central Library
RKMC Meeting Room
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1–2:30 p.m.
Sorry, this event has been cancelled.

Make a Valentine
Washburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 4, 10:30a.m.–12:30 p.m.
K-grade 6. Come to our valentine-making party! Create colorful cards for friends, family and folks in the community. Special craft supplies will be provided. Geared for youth but open to all ages!
Sponsored by Friends of the Washburn Library.

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Childish Films
Southdale Library
Saturday, Feb. 4, 10:30a.m.–noon
Preschool-grade 6. A program of children's cinema and arts, featuring unique films, hands-on arts activities, live entertainment and educational introductions for children's film fans. For more information, visit: www.supporthclib.org.
A program of the Friends of the Hennepin County Library, presented with volunteer support from the Southdale Friends. Support provided by Whole Foods Market, Lerner Publishing Group, Weston Wood Studios, Minnesota Parent, KARE-11 and CRASH+SUES.
December 3: Snowy Days: Decorate cookies and enjoy two magical wintertime tales celebrating the joy of snowfall.
February 4: For Kids By Kids : Watch prize-winning animated films made by Camera-etc., an international collective of animators working with children to create hand-made artistic films that tell the children's own stories. (Note: all films have some English subtitles, which adults may read aloud for children.)

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Adult Homework Help
Minneapolis Central Library
New Americans Center
Saturday, Feb. 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Trained volunteer tutors will help adults with college homework assignments in any subject. Also open to adults working to improve their English, prepare for the GED, and pass occupational, citizenship and driver’s exams. Note: The New Americans Center is on the fourth floor.

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Conversation Circles
Rockford Road Library
Saturdays, Feb. 4–25, 10:15 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-5875.
Non-native English speakers: practice your English and make new friends in an informal, volunteer-led setting, and learn about the library, too. Call 612-543-5669 for more information in English or, in Hmong, 612-543-8845; in Somali, 612-543-8756; in Spanish, 612-543-8510.

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Paws to Read
Hopkins Library
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1:30–3 p.m.
K-grade 5. Certified volunteers will help put young readers at ease so they can cuddle up with a dog or other animal and practice reading aloud. Call ahead to find out what types of animals will be visiting. Arrive between 1:30-2:30 p.m. to sign up for a time slot.
Presented in collaboration with North Star Therapy Animals.

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