Library Events Calendar
October 28, 2019
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Every Monday and Thursday night starting September 23 Receive basic homework help from one of our volunteer tutors! Elementary through high school aged students only. October 29, 2019
Tuesday, October 29 Teens compete to see who can make the best chocolate candy! The catch is, each chef must use the secret ingredient. October 29, 2019
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Tuesday, October 29, 5:00 – 5:30 pm We have partnered with Nolan’s Place to offer three sensory story times, staff from Nolan’s Place will be leading the programs. Children ages 3 – 10 will be invited to come and participate at these story times. The dates for these programs are: These programs are geared for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. This program was made possible by funding from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. Parents may register their children online or by calling the library at 235-3162. Children may attend one or all of the story times. October 29, 2019
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Tuesday, October 29 Ever wish you could go back to school just for the fun stuff? Join us for Adult Recess and enjoy sensory activities, crafts, games, and snacks. Free Play-Doh to the first 5 people through the door! Open to everyone 18+. October 30, 2019
Wednesday, October 30 Teens are given a variety of supplies to create their own costume from scratch! Feel free to bring clothes and other supplies from home. October 30, 2019
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Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 PM Join us upstairs at the Willmar Public Library for a new twist on movie night. Props and scripts will be provided for a fun movie experience. No cost or registration and refreshments will be provided. October 31, 2019
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Thursdays, September 19 - December 12 Join Kathy and LaRae upstairs at the Willmar Public Library for stories, songs, and action. Designed with toddlers in mind, this class might be called, "Kids on the move, books in the background." Bring the whole family or daycare group and join us for great books, actions songs, and finger plays. We welcome you to all sessions or just those days that work for you. For ages 0 - 8. This class is free but please call Community Education October 31, 2019
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Every Monday and Thursday night starting September 23 Receive basic homework help from one of our volunteer tutors! Elementary through high school aged students only. November 1, 2019
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Fridays, September 27 – November 1 Storytime makes learning fun! Storytimes act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music and other literacy-based activities. Storytime is for children and their parents, featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and crafts or other extension activities. September 27: ABCs of Back to School October 4: Picking Apples October 11: Falling Leaves October 18: Costume Time October 25: Little Pumpkins November 1: Explore Puppetry November 1, 2019
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Friday, November 1 The Willmar Public Library is looking for 6 dedicated teens, age 13+, who want to help: – plan library events and programs – select new materials for the teen collection – make the library a fun and welcoming place for teens November 4, 2019
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Mondays, Nov 4, 18, 25 and Dec 2 For children in 2nd – 6th grade. We will meet by the couch in the children’s area. Children will get to keep a copy of the book at the end of the session. November 5, 2019
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Tuesday, November 5 The book selected for the November book club is Holes by Louis Sachar. This book won a Newbery Medal and a National Book Award. As further evidence of his family’s bad fortune which they attribute to a curse on a distant relative, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasure, and a new sense of himself. We will discuss the book and do other book related activities. Pizza will be served. Children grades 2 – 6th grade are invited to participate. November 6, 2019
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Wednesdays 9/11, 10/2, 11/6, and 12/4 Join us to make some wonderful Lego creations. The sky is the limit for your imagination. If you're a great Lego builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you. You will create a new structures each time that may be put on display. Children will be given the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with Legos. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. The library will provide the Legos, while the kids provide the imagination! If you would like to donate Legos or money, please contact Kathy at (320)235-3162. This club is for children in grades kindergarten through sixth. No registration is necessary. November 6, 2019
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Wednesday, November 6 Join us as we explore a different country every first Wednesday of the month. This month try a variety of snacks, listen to music, and answer trivia about Austria. No cost and no registration. Everyone age 18+ is welcome. Upstairs at the Willmar Public Library. November 7, 2019
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Thursdays, September 19 - December 12 Join Kathy and LaRae upstairs at the Willmar Public Library for stories, songs, and action. Designed with toddlers in mind, this class might be called, "Kids on the move, books in the background." Bring the whole family or daycare group and join us for great books, actions songs, and finger plays. We welcome you to all sessions or just those days that work for you. For ages 0 - 8. This class is free but please call Community Education November 7, 2019
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Come Write In from 5:30-7:30 PM Every November, hundreds of thousands of budding authors promise to write 50,000 words in 30 days. The Willmar Public Library supports these writers with a series of Come Write In events. Upstairs at the Willmar Public Library. No cost, no registration. or more information about NaNoWriMo, visit nanowrimo.org. November 8, 2019
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Friday, November 8 Play games on our HTC Vive VR set and Xbox One or board and card games from our collection! Food and drink provided. Some games are rated 13+. November 8, 2019
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Friday, November 8 Every 2nd Friday after Gaming Club, when the library’s doors close at 5:30, teens get to continue to hang out and have some fun! November 11, 2019N/A
Willmar Public Library will be closed on Monday, November 11th for Veteran's Day. November 12, 2019
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Tuesday, November 12 Make awesome pour paintings. All supplies are provided! November 12, 2019
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Tuesday, November 12 7 PM Stuck in a recipe rut? Join us at the Willmar Public Library every second Tuesday of the month at 7 PM upstairs in the multi-purpose room for Let’s Dish! Community Potluck. Everyone brings a dish to share and a copy of the recipe based on the theme. November’s theme is Eggs. No cost or registration required. Upcoming Dates: November 14, 2019
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Thursdays, September 19 - December 12 Join Kathy and LaRae upstairs at the Willmar Public Library for stories, songs, and action. Designed with toddlers in mind, this class might be called, "Kids on the move, books in the background." Bring the whole family or daycare group and join us for great books, actions songs, and finger plays. We welcome you to all sessions or just those days that work for you. For ages 0 - 8. This class is free but please call Community Education November 14, 2019
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Come Write In from 5:30-7:30 PM Every November, hundreds of thousands of budding authors promise to write 50,000 words in 30 days. The Willmar Public Library supports these writers with a series of Come Write In events. Upstairs at the Willmar Public Library. No cost, no registration. or more information about NaNoWriMo, visit nanowrimo.org. November 15, 2019
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Friday, November 15 A young man with Down syndrome teams up with a scruffy outlaw to travel across the Southeast, encountering colorful characters along the way. Rated PG-13. Refreshments provided. November 15, 2019
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Friday, November 15 Harley Quinn: Breaking Glass by Mariko Tamaki. Harleen is a tough, outspoken, rebellious kid who lives in a ramshackle apartment above a karaoke cabaret owned by a drag queen named MAMA. Ever since Harleen’s parents split, MAMA has been her only family. When the cabaret becomes the next victim in the wave of gentrification that’s taking over the neighborhood, Harleen gets mad. When Harleen decides to turn her anger into action, she is faced with two choices: join Ivy, who’s campaigning to make the neighborhood a better place to live, or join The Joker, who plans to take down Gotham one corporation at a time. November 16, 2019
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Saturday, November 16 Play capture the flag in the library after dark! For Teens ages 13-18. Sign up here and download the permission form. November 18, 2019
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Mondays, Nov 4, 18, 25 and Dec 2 For children in 2nd – 6th grade. We will meet by the couch in the children’s area. Children will get to keep a copy of the book at the end of the session. November 19, 2019
Tuesday, November 19 Two sisters vacationing in Mexico are trapped in a shark cage at the bottom of the ocean. With less than an hour of oxygen left and great white sharks circling nearby, they must fight to survive. PG-13 November 20, 2019
Wednesday, November 20 at 12 PM The next book club meeting will be at Cornerstone Coffee in the Skylark Center. Join us for lunch as we discuss "Becoming" by Michelle Obama. In her memoir, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her—from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address. New members are always welcome. November 20, 2019
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Wednesday, November 20 For children K – 6th grade. Come join us to play traditional board games. Please feel free to bring your own board games. This program is recommended for K – 6th grade, so bring a friend or two! November 20, 2019
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Wednesday, November 20 Enjoy video games, arts and crafts, board and card games, and snacks and drinks! November 21, 2019
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Thursdays, September 19 - December 12 Join Kathy and LaRae upstairs at the Willmar Public Library for stories, songs, and action. Designed with toddlers in mind, this class might be called, "Kids on the move, books in the background." Bring the whole family or daycare group and join us for great books, actions songs, and finger plays. We welcome you to all sessions or just those days that work for you. For ages 0 - 8. This class is free but please call Community Education November 23, 2019
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Tuesday, October 29, 5:00 – 5:30 pm We have partnered with Nolan’s Place to offer three sensory story times, staff from Nolan’s Place will be leading the programs. Children ages 3 – 10 will be invited to come and participate at these story times. The dates for these programs are: These programs are geared for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. This program was made possible by funding from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. Parents may register their children online or by calling the library at 235-3162. Children may attend one or all of the story times. November 25, 2019
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Mondays, Nov 4, 18, 25 and Dec 2 For children in 2nd – 6th grade. We will meet by the couch in the children’s area. Children will get to keep a copy of the book at the end of the session. November 26, 2019
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Come Write In from 5:30-7:30 PM Every November, hundreds of thousands of budding authors promise to write 50,000 words in 30 days. The Willmar Public Library supports these writers with a series of Come Write In events. Upstairs at the Willmar Public Library. No cost, no registration. or more information about NaNoWriMo, visit nanowrimo.org. November 27, 2019
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Wednesday, November 27 New for 2019! Craft Circle and Serene Scenes will be combined for Crafts & Coloring! Join us every fourth Wednesday of the month from 2-4 PM upstairs at the Willmar Public Library. Bring any crafts you are working on and enjoy time with like-minded individuals. Don’t have a craft to work on? Use the provided supplies for iris paper folding, coloring, extreme dot to dot, or paint by sticker. November 27, 2019
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Wednesday, November 27 Batman, Batgirl and Robin forge an alliance with The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to fight against the Turtles’ sworn enemy, The Shredder, who has teamed up with Ra’s Al Ghul and The League Of Assassins. PG-13 November 28, 2019All Day Willmar Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving Day.
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October 28, 2019
Study Center (Elementary-High School Age)
Study Center (Elementary-High School Age)
5-7 pm
In the Conference RoomOctober 29, 2019
Teen Iron Chef: Candy
Teen Iron Chef: Candy
4:00 pm
Register online here.Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime
Saturday, November 23, 9:30- 10:00 am
Monday, December 9, 5:00 – 5:30 pm
Playtime for Grown Ups (Adult)
Playtime for Grown Ups (Adult)
6:30 PMOctober 30, 2019
Teen DIY Costumes
Teen DIY Costumes
4:00 pm
Interactive Movie: Hocus Pocus
Interactive Movie: Hocus Pocus
All Ages – Rated PGOctober 31, 2019
Little People Storytime
Little People Storytime
No class October 17 and November 28
10:00 - 10:30 am
at 231-8490 to register.Study Center (Elementary-High School Age)
Study Center (Elementary-High School Age)
5-7 pm
In the Conference RoomNovember 1, 2019
Fall Storytime
Fall Storytime
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
3:30 pm
November 2, 2019
November 3, 2019
November 4, 2019
Children’s Book Club
Children’s Book Club
4:00 – 5:00 pmNovember 5, 2019
Children’s Book Club
Children’s Book Club
4:00 – 5:00 pmNovember 6, 2019
Lego Club (Children's)
Lego Club (Children's)
4:00 – 5:00 pmExplore Austria
Explore Austria
6:00 PMNovember 7, 2019
Little People Storytime
Little People Storytime
No class October 17 and November 28
10:00 - 10:30 am
at 231-8490 to register.Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Thursday, Nov 7
Thursday, Nov 14
Tuesday, Nov 26November 8, 2019
Gaming Club (Teen)
Gaming Club (Teen)
3:30-5:30 pmAfter Hours at the Library
After Hours at the Library
5:30-7:30 pmNovember 9, 2019
November 10, 2019
November 11, 2019
Holiday Closure: Veteran's Day
Holiday Closure: Veteran's DayNovember 12, 2019
Teen Paint Pouring
Teen Paint Pouring
4:00-5:00 pmLet’s Dish! Community Potluck
Let’s Dish! Community Potluck
December 10: 5 Ingredients or LessNovember 13, 2019
November 14, 2019
Little People Storytime
Little People Storytime
No class October 17 and November 28
10:00 - 10:30 am
at 231-8490 to register.Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Thursday, Nov 7
Thursday, Nov 14
Tuesday, Nov 26November 15, 2019
Movie Matinee
Movie Matinee
2:00 PMTeen Book Club
Teen Book Club
4:00 pmNovember 16, 2019
Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag
Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag
4:00-6:00 pmNovember 17, 2019
November 18, 2019
Children’s Book Club
Children’s Book Club
4:00 – 5:00 pmNovember 19, 2019
Teen Bad Movie Night
Teen Bad Movie Night
4:00 pmNovember 20, 2019
Lunch Bunch Book Club (Meet at Cornerstone Coffee)
Lunch Bunch Book Club (Meet at Cornerstone Coffee)
Board Game Afternoon (Children's)
Board Game Afternoon (Children's)
4:00 – 5:00 pmTeen Hangout
Teen Hangout
5:30-7:30 pmNovember 21, 2019
Little People Storytime
Little People Storytime
No class October 17 and November 28
10:00 - 10:30 am
at 231-8490 to register.November 22, 2019
November 23, 2019
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime
Saturday, November 23, 9:30- 10:00 am
Monday, December 9, 5:00 – 5:30 pmNovember 24, 2019
November 25, 2019
Children’s Book Club
Children’s Book Club
4:00 – 5:00 pmNovember 26, 2019
Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month
Thursday, Nov 7
Thursday, Nov 14
Tuesday, Nov 26November 27, 2019
Crafts & Coloring
Crafts & Coloring
2-4 PM
No meeting in DecemberTeen Movie Night: Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Teen Movie Night: Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
5:30-8:00 pmNovember 28, 2019
Holiday Closure: Thanksgiving Day
Holiday Closure: Thanksgiving DayNovember 29, 2019
November 30, 2019
December 1, 2019
