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‘Bookawocky’ Summer Reading Programs for Kids and Teens Begin June 8 at Hennepin County Libraries, Support School Success
"Bookawocky: A Reading Celebration," hundreds of free summer programs for kids and teens, begins June 8 at Hennepin County libraries.
5/15/2013
"Bookawocky: A Reading Celebration," hundreds of free summer programs for kids and teens, begins June 8 at Hennepin County libraries.
5/15/2013
Landmark Hennepin County Library – Roosevelt to Reopen on June 1 After 15-Month Renovation
New Multipurpose Room Addition, Improved Spaces for All Ages, iPad Pilot Program Among Renovation Highlights
The public is cordially invited to celebrate the reopening of the landmark Hennepin County Library – Roosevelt, 4026 28th Ave. S., Minneapolis, on Saturday, June 1 after a 15-month renovation and addition of a multipurpose community room. Ribbon-cutting will be at 9:30 a.m. Doors open at 10 a.m.
5/14/2013
New Multipurpose Room Addition, Improved Spaces for All Ages, iPad Pilot Program Among Renovation Highlights
The public is cordially invited to celebrate the reopening of the landmark Hennepin County Library – Roosevelt, 4026 28th Ave. S., Minneapolis, on Saturday, June 1 after a 15-month renovation and addition of a multipurpose community room. Ribbon-cutting will be at 9:30 a.m. Doors open at 10 a.m.
5/14/2013
Seniors Learn How to Use the Internet, Stay Connected at Library’s Free ‘Senior Surf Day’ Classes
“Senior Surf Day” summer classes begin in June at Hennepin County libraries. These free hands-on classes teach seniors computer basics, including searching the Internet. “Senior Surf Day” is presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging staff and Senior LinkAge Line® volunteers teach the classes.
5/13/2013
“Senior Surf Day” summer classes begin in June at Hennepin County libraries. These free hands-on classes teach seniors computer basics, including searching the Internet. “Senior Surf Day” is presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging staff and Senior LinkAge Line® volunteers teach the classes.
5/13/2013
Gay Pride Activities at Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central Include Film With Panel Discussion, Family Storytime and Poetry
Hennepin County Library - Minneapolis Central will present a display, a film and panel discussion, a family storytime, and a poetry reading as part of Twin Cities gay pride events in June. All events are free.
5/9/2013
Hennepin County Library - Minneapolis Central will present a display, a film and panel discussion, a family storytime, and a poetry reading as part of Twin Cities gay pride events in June. All events are free.
5/9/2013
Juneteenth Celebration at Hennepin County Libraries Includes ‘Northern Slave, Black Dakota’ Author Event and ‘The Sound of Freedom’ With Vocalists/Actors T. Mychael Rambo and Thomasina Petrus
A "Local History Round Table" on June 18 with Walt Bachman, author of "Northern Slave, Black Dakota," and "Juneteenth: The Sound of Freedom," a performance on June 22 by actors/vocalists T. Mychael Rambo and Thomasina Petrus, highlight Juneteenth events scheduled free at Hennepin County libraries.
5/9/2013
More NewsA "Local History Round Table" on June 18 with Walt Bachman, author of "Northern Slave, Black Dakota," and "Juneteenth: The Sound of Freedom," a performance on June 22 by actors/vocalists T. Mychael Rambo and Thomasina Petrus, highlight Juneteenth events scheduled free at Hennepin County libraries.
5/9/2013
