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World Music and Culture
Tuesday, May 28, 1–2:30 p.m.
Explore the world of ethnomusicology and discover the music of recent immigrants to the Twin Cities. Chris Granias, Ph.D. and an accomplished composer whose works have been featured on Minnesota Public Radio, will provide new understanding of cultures through the arts.
Sponsored by the Minneapolis Community Education.
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MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Wednesdays, May 1–29, 11–11:45 a.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8375.
Birth-preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create!
This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Sponsored by MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency).
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New Yorker Discussion Group
Thursdays, March 7–May 30, 2–4 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8375.
The New Yorker magazine provides a unique mix of articles on current topics, literature and the arts. Join other New Yorker readers in discussing articles from the magazine. Participants are encouraged to take turns choosing articles and leading the discussions.
Presented in collaboration with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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World War II: Impact on Norway 1940-45
Tuesday, June 4, 1–2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 11, 1–2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 18, 1–2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 25, 1–2:30 p.m.
Odell Bjerkness writes about and has traveled extensively throughout Norway. He will talk about the Nazi invasion of Norway, the role of Vidkun Quisling, positions of Sweden and Denmark, King Haakon VII as a symbol of free Norway, and the aftermath of the war.
Sponsored by Minneapolis Community Education.
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Cuentos y Canciones/Stories in Spanish
Wednesday, June 5, 10:15 a.m.
For families. Para niños de 2 años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y música en español.
For children 2 years old and up. Experience the world in other languages.
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New Yorker Discussion Group
Thursdays, June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27, July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, Aug. 15, Aug. 22 & Aug. 29, 2:00 – 4 p.m.
The New Yorker magazine provides a unique mix of articles on current topics, literature and the arts. Join other New Yorker readers in discussing articles from the magazine. Participants are encouraged to take turns choosing articles and leading the discussions.
Presented in collaboration with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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Girls Only Jr. Book Club
Tuesday, June 11, 1–1:45 p.m.
Tuesday, June 18, 1–1:45 p.m.
Tuesday, June 25, 1–1:45 p.m.
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Girls entering grades 2-3. Join other girls to talk about a great book! Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting.
Sponsored by Friends of the Washburn Library.
What We're Reading:
June 11: Betsy-Tacy, by Lovelace, Maud Hart.
June 18: Clementine, by Pennypacker, Sara.
June 25: Ivy and Bean, by Barrows, Annie.
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Guys Read Kids Book Club
Wednesday, June 12, 1–2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 26, 1–2 p.m.
Wednesday, July 17, 1–2 p.m.
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Guys entering grades 4-6. Join other guys to talk about a great book! Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting.
Sponsored by Friends of the Washburn Library.
What We're Reading:
June 12: The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, by Tom Angleberger.
June 26: Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Not Reading, by Tommy Greenwald.
July 17: Go Big or Go Home, by Will Hobbs.
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Family Storytime
Wednesdays, June 19–July 31, 10:15 a.m.
For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with your children.
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Health Insurance Counseling for Seniors
Wednesday, June 19, 12:30–2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 19, 2–3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 12:30–2 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2–3:30 p.m.
Register Online or call 612-543-8375.
A certified state health insurance counselor will assist with senior health insurance (enrollment steps, plan choices, low-income subsidy). Bring your list of prescriptions or your prescription bottles, Medicare, supplemental insurance, and/or Part D drug plan questions. Limit 2 individuals or couples per session.
Presented in collaboration with Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging.
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Friends Meeting
Thursday, June 20, 6:30–8 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 15, 6:30–8 p.m.
Join fellow library enthusiasts to hear what's happening at Hennepin County Library. Help support your local library by planning and volunteering at book sales, programs, and special events. The Friends look forward to meeting you.
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