Jul 2019
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Friday, repeating until Jul 26, 2019
Movies at the Library
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Friday, repeating until Jul 26, 2019
Hollywood movies are presented for Green Room audiences in the Duluth Public Library on a weekly basis throughout July. Full list below. July 5 Charlotte Gray Rated PG-13; 2h This is a drama set in Nazi-occupied France at the height of World War II. Charlotte Gray tells the compelling story of a young Scottish woman working with the French Resistance in the hope of rescuing her lover, a missing RAF pilot. Based on the best-selling novel by Sebastian Faulks. July…
Find out more »One event on Jul 9, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 16, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 16, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 23, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 23, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 30, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 30, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Aug 6, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Aug 6, 2019 at 1:30 pm
Kaleidoscope
One event on Jul 9, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 16, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 16, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 23, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 23, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Jul 30, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Jul 30, 2019 at 1:30 pm
One event on Aug 6, 2019 at 10:30 am
One event on Aug 6, 2019 at 1:30 pm
Main Library Plaza. Parking in the Depot Lot will be available for $1 during Kaleidoscope events. Kaleidoscope programs are held outdoors, rain or shine. Each program lasts about 45 minutes. An adult should accompany children under eight. Sign language interpretation will be provided for the afternoon performances. Promotional photos will be taken at the programs; talk to program staff if you do not wish your child to be photographed. You may bring blankets to sit on, but please leave chairs…
Find out more »One event on Jul 17, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Jul 24, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Jul 31, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Aug 7, 2019 at 10:15 am
Special Musical Storytime
One event on Jul 17, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Jul 24, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Jul 31, 2019 at 10:15 am
One event on Aug 7, 2019 at 10:15 am
Special storytimes featuring musical guests. Children can enjoy plenty of dancing, singing and early-literacy fun, as these storytimes are hosted by musical friends of the library. July 10th - Robi Meyerson July 17th - Judy Swedberg July 24th - Robi Meyerson July 31st - Judy Swedberg August 7 - Judy Swedberg Event Type(s): Music/Concert, Storytime Age Group(s): Baby/Toddler, Preschool
Find out more »Old MacDonald Had a Banjo
This children’s show is geared to children pre-school-aged and younger and imagines a farm full of songs bursting out to entertain, educate and involve the audience in singing, movement and silliness. Folk musician Paul Imholte plays the part of Old MacDonald as he sings original and classic children’s songs. During the show, Paul will play fiddle, guitar, hammered dulcimer, autoharp, cello, harmonica, spoons, jaw harp and, of course, banjo. This performance takes place in the Green Room of the Downtown…
Find out more »Resisting Removal: The Sandy Lake Tragedy of 1850
Author Colin Mustful discusses his new novel Resisting Removal: The Sandy Lake Tragedy of 1850 in the Green Room of the Downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library. Mustful will also discuss the Sandy Lake Tragedy, his experience publishing, his MFA program in Creative Writing and his recent challenges navigating this important and sensitive history. Books will be available for purchase.
Find out more »City Sounds: Duluth Symphonic Winds Community Band
The Duluth Symphonic Winds Community Band performs on the Duluth Public Library's outdoor plaza. Chairs will be set up, but attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chair. The show will be held rain or shine.
Find out more »City Sounds: Big Time Jazz Orchestra
The Big Time Jazz Orchestra performs on the Duluth Public Library’s outdoor plaza. Chairs will be set up, but attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chair. The show will be held rain or shine.
Find out more »School of the Minnesota Ballet Summer Showcase
The School of the Minnesota Ballet steps outside at the Duluth Public Library Plaza to present its student summer showcase. Upper-level students demonstrate an array of dance styles including ballet, modern, jazz, tap, musical theater dance, men’s technique and character (European folk dance). Students from the choreography class perform their own works-in-progress. For more information, call 218-529-3742.
Find out more »A Joyous Way to Learn
Jim Gill leads a workshop for early childhood professional on introducing children to singing in the Green Room of the Downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library.
Find out more »Aug 2019
City Sounds: Windjammers
Windjammers performs on the Duluth Public Library’s outdoor plaza. Chairs will be set up, but attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chair. The show will be held rain or shine.
Find out more »Movies at the Library
Three youth-oriented movies are screened in August. Nicholas Nickleby Rated PG; 2h 12m After the death of the family patriarch, young Nicholas Nickleby and his family are left with no means to survive. The family is forced to split up, and Nicholas lands in a school run by brutish principal Wackford Squeers. Eventually, Nicholas makes a friend named Smike, and the two boys break free. Nicholas reunites with his family, but learns he must now defend his sister from the…
Find out more »City Sounds: North Shore Big Band
North Shore Big Band, a 16-piece swing band based out of Duluth, performs a concert outside on the Duluth Public Library’s plaza. The performance is part of the weekly “City Sounds” concert series. Chairs will be set up, but attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chair. The show will be held rain or shine.
Find out more »Brave Girls and Wise Women
Rose Arrowsmith DeCoux presents a storytelling adventure. Hear how Tatterhood battles a band of trolls, Manka solves impossible riddles and Vasalisa dares to knock at the witch's door. Daring heroines reclaim fairytales as fierce, funny and feminine. This program is intended for youths ages 7-12, but is appropriate and enjoyable for teens, mixed-age audiences and adults.
Find out more »City Sounds: Blue Water Big Band
The Blue Water Big Band performs on the Duluth Public Library’s outdoor plaza. Chairs will be set up, but attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chair. The show will be held rain or shine.
Find out more »Hand Bookbinding and Book Repair
Learn how books are put together, how they wear, where they commonly come apart and ways that they may be brought back to health. Bring old books for examination by Jon Hinkel, proprietor, printer and bookbinder at Tight Squeek Press.
Find out more »Sep 2019
Storytime Crafts
After the library's usual Storytime event is this crafting opportunity for kids in the Youth Services Area.
Find out more »Lake Superior Zoomobile
The Lake Superior Zoomobile presents the animals of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Connect with local wildlife and their cousins while learning how they adapt to our changing seasons. No registration is required. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »One event on Sep 23, 2019 at 12:00 pm
One event on Oct 14, 2019 at 12:00 pm
One event on Oct 28, 2019 at 12:00 pm
Job Counseling
One event on Sep 23, 2019 at 12:00 pm
One event on Oct 14, 2019 at 12:00 pm
One event on Oct 28, 2019 at 12:00 pm
No appointment needed. A job counselor will be present to help with career planning, job-search strategy, resume review and assistance and job-interview preparation.
Find out more »Attracting Pollinators
Learn how to attract birds and bees and butterflies to pollinate and feed in a garden. Presented by St. Louis County Master Gardeners. Two days, two locations: Monday, Sept. 9, from 6-7 p.m. at Mount Royal Branch (Blue Room) and Thursday, Sept. 12, from 6-7 p.m. at West Duluth Branch (Senior Center).
Find out more »Twin Ports Genealogical Society Fall Get-Together and Update
This meeting will include an introduction of board members for coming year and highlight of some recent genealogical discoveries and activities. There will be a discussion about the recent member survey covering countries and regions of origin, topics members would like to learn more about. The meeting will be held in the library's Gold Room.
Find out more »Movie: A Dog’s Journey
The Duluth Public Library screens the 2019 drama/fantasy A Dog's Journey in the Gold Room. Some friendships transcend lifetimes. In A Dog’s Journey, the sequel to the heartwarming global hit A Dog’s Purpose, beloved dog Bailey finds his new destiny and forms an unbreakable bond that will lead him, and the people he loves, to places they never imagined.
Find out more »Giant Bubbles
Kids K-5. Library plaza, rain or shine. Kids can make their own giant bubble wand that they can take home. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Shrinkable Art for Kids
Design artwork, jewelry, magnets and keychains, then watch as they shrink. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Learning & Libations at the Library
Appetizers, an assortment of wine and beer and a chance to learn something new from eight speakers.
Find out more »MIB: International
The Duluth Public Library screens the 2019 science-fiction action comedy Men in Black: International in the Gold Room. The Men in Black have expanded to cover the globe but so have the villains of the universe. To keep everyone safe, decorated Agent H and determined rookie M join forces -- an unlikely pairing that just might work. When aliens that can take the form of any human arrive on Earth, H and M embark on a globe-trotting adventure to save…
Find out more »Book Bingo for Kids
The Main Branch of the Duluth Public Library hosts book bingo, using images of book covers in place of bingo numbers. The event is geared towards children and their families and will take place in the library's outdoor plaza. Teams play for a chance to win gift cards to local book stores.
Find out more »Oct 2019
Movie for Kids: UglyDolls
In the adorably different town of Uglyville, weirdness is celebrated, strangeness is special and beauty is embraced as more than meets the eye.
Find out more »Movie for Kids: Aladdin
Aladdin is a lovable street urchin who meets Princess Jasmine, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful, wisecracking, larger-than-life genie.
Find out more »Oliver Traphagen: Duluth’s Quintessential Architect
Zenith City press publisher Tony Dierckins will present on “Oliver Traphagen: Duluth’s Quintessential Architect” in the Gold Room of the Duluth Public Library’s main branch in downtown Duluth. The event is the first lecture in the library’s new Maryanne Norton Lecture Series. Traphagen designed more than 30 of Duluth’s most ornate brick-and-brownstone buildings, as well as homes for many wealthy Duluthians.
Find out more »Movie at the library: John Wick – Parabellum
The main library is showing "John Wick 3: Parabellum" in the Gold Room. Super-assassin John Wick is "on the run after killing a member of the international assassin's guild, and with a $14 million price tag on his head - he is the target of hit men and women everywhere."
Find out more »Coding for Kids
Kids can learn about the basics of computer programming through adventure and hands-on play with a variety of tools like Turing Tumbles, Cubettos and Ozobots.
Find out more »Stories and Art For Kids
Young artists are invited to a morning of watercolor painting and stories: The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg. Register here.
Find out more »Benefits of Early Diagnosis & Latest Research in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementias provides a range of benefits for the individuals who are diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. Dr. Steve Waring, a Ph.D. at Essentia Institute of Rural Health explains new developments in Alzheimer’s research and treatment, and talks about the benefits of early diagnosis while navigating the healthcare system. The talk is in the main library's "Gold Room." The event is sponsored by Dementia Friendly Duluth and the Victory Fund.
Find out more »Free movie at the library: Crawl
The movie "Crawl" is shown in the main Duluth Public Library's Gold Room. Synopsis: When a massive hurricane hits her Florida town, young Haley ignores the evacuation orders to search for her missing father, Dave. After finding him gravely injured in their family home, the two of them become trapped by the rapidly encroaching floodwaters. With the storm strengthening, Haley and Dave discover an even greater threat than the rising water level - a relentless attack from a pack of…
Find out more »Halloween Crafts for Kids
The youth services area of the library hosts Halloween crafts for kids. A variety of simple crafts are available for kids K-5th grade. Make them and take them home. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. The event was made possible by the Friends of the Duluth Public Library.
Find out more »Halloween Storytime & Costume Parade
The Duluth Public Library hosts a Halloween story time and costume parade at all of their branch locations from 10:15 a.m. until 11 a.m. In addition, trick or treat anytime (also at any branch location) on Halloween for non-candy treats.
Find out more »Nov 2019
I Wrote a Novel in a Month – And So Can You
As part of National Novel Writing Month, Duluth writer/director/producer/performer Brian Matuszak talks about his experience writing a novel in a month and invites attendees to break off into groups to talk about their plans, progress and stories. Those groups will be encouraged to stay connected throughout the month before meeting at the library again Dec. 3 to share their progress and learn about the long haul of editing.
Find out more »Dinovember: Perler Beads
Kids in grades K-12 can make a dino-themed Perler Bead creation. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Benefits of Early Diagnosis and the Latest Research in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementias provides a range of benefits for the individuals who are diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. Dr. Steve Waring, Ph.D. with the Essentia Institute of Rural Health, explains new developments in Alzheimer’s research and treatment and talks about the benefits of early diagnosis and navigating the healthcare system.
Find out more »Movie at the Library: They Shall Not Grow Old
Using state-of-the-art technology and materials from the BBC and Imperial War Museum, filmmaker Peter Jackson allows the story of World War I to be told by the men who were there. Life on the front is explored through the voices of the soldiers, who discuss their feelings about the conflict, the food they ate, the friends they made and their dreams of the future.
Find out more »Perler Bead Art for Kids
Kids K-up can make their own Perler bead creation. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2019
MNsure Application Assistance
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2019
A MNsure-certified navigator will be available on the second floor of the library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment necessary. For enrollment, bring information about household income and Social Security numbers for every person applying.
Find out more »Care for Caregivers
More than 16 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, friends and family have many questions about resources, what the diagnosis means and the plans that need to be made. As the disease progresses, new questions reflect growing needs for skills, programs and services. In November for National Caregiver’s Month, a discussion is held in main library's Gold Room to discuss the unique needs, challenges and strengths for…
Find out more »Movie at the Library: The Peanut Butter Falcon
After running away from a residential nursing home to pursue his dream of becoming a pro wrestler, a man who has Down syndrome befriends an outlaw who becomes his coach and ally.
Find out more »Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Kids can drop off a stuffed animal anytime on Friday, November 15th and pick it up during a special storytime on Saturday, November 16th. Youths can enjoy a snack while watching a video of all the fun the stuffed animal had while it was at the library overnight. Stuffed animals may be dropped off at the Youth Services desk at the main library.
Find out more »Movie at the Library: Yesterday
"Yesterday" is shown in the Gold Room of the main library. Movie synopsis: Jack Malik is a struggling singer-songwriter in an English seaside town whose dreams of fame are rapidly fading, despite the fierce devotion and support of his childhood best friend, Ellie. After a freak bus accident during a mysterious global blackout, Jack wakes up to discover that The Beatles have never existed. Performing songs by the greatest band in history to a world that has never heard them,…
Find out more »DINOVEMBER: Fun and Films
The main library celebrates Dinovember with Fun & Films in the Green Room. The film "The Good Dinosaur" is shown in addition to having fun dino-themed crafts available. For kids in kindergarten and up. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Brush Bot Robots
The youth services area of the main library host a program to make a tiny robot out of a toothbrush. Crafters K-5th grade can create a robot and give them different missions to do. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. The event is made possible by the Duluth Library Foundation and the Northland Foundation.
Find out more »Dec 2019
An event every month that begins at 4:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Mar 5, 2020
Teen Scene
An event every month that begins at 4:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Mar 5, 2020
Teens in grades 6-12 meet in the Green Room of the Downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library on the first Thursday of each month. There are games, crafts, movies and more for teens to do. Pizza is served while quantities last.
Find out more »Write On!
“Write On” is an event to begin a writing piece of poems, songs, graphic novels, short stories or any other genre. The series of four workshops in the main library's "Gold Room" are designed for young writers ages 10-18. Each workshop is a pop-up, stand-alone event, so writers can attend only one or all four. Attendees do not need to bring any completed writing to attend, but the option to share and receive feedback is provided. There is also "brain…
Find out more »Zentangle Art for Kids
The Duluth Public Library hosts an art event to draw intricate line patterns “one stroke at a time” using the Zentangle® method of pattern drawing. Certified Zentangle teacher Esther Piszczek teaches kids as they create beautiful art on 3.5” x 3.5” paper tiles using pen and ink. No previous drawing experience is necessary. For kids in K-5th grade. Registration is required.
Find out more »Unicorn Day at the Library
The Duluth Public library holds "a magical day of unicorn fun" in the Green Room. Participants can drop in anytime during the two-hour event to create unicorn crafts. Kids can also stop by the youth services desk anytime during the day to complete the unicorn scavenger hunt for a prize.
Find out more »One event on Jan 15, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Jan 29, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Feb 12, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Feb 26, 2020 at 3:45 pm
Squad Car Storytime
One event on Jan 15, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Jan 29, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Feb 12, 2020 at 3:45 pm
One event on Feb 26, 2020 at 3:45 pm
Stories read by one of Duluth's police officers in the library's Youth Services area.
Find out more »DPL Book Group: Calypso
When he buys a beach house on the Carolina coast, David Sedaris envisions long, relaxing vacations spent playing board games and lounging in the sun with those he loves most. And life at the Sea Section, as he names the vacation home, is exactly as idyllic as he imagined, except for one tiny, vexing realization: it's impossible to take a vacation from yourself. The DPL Book Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from September to May at…
Find out more »Minecrafternoons: Block Party
Minecraft + Crafternoons = Minecrafternoons. Kids can bring Minecraft to life by crafting their own world, one block at a time. Take home Minecraft-themed paper folding crafts including chests, in-game characters, and a treasure’s trove of different blocks.
Find out more »Family Movies at the Library: Toy Story 4
The Duluth Public Library shows the movie Toy Story 4. "Major complications ensue when Bonnie turns a spork into a toy, but he sees himself as an eating utensil instead. Woody, Buzz, and company set out into the world to find him, reunite with Bonnie, and resolve his existential crisis." The movie is one hour and 40 minutes long.
Find out more »Family Movies at the Library: Lion King
The Duluth Public Library shows the move Lion King (2019). A young lion returns to reclaim the throne that was stolen from him and his father by his treacherous and fratricidal uncle after spending his childhood in exile under the care of a friendly warthog and meerkat. The film is rated PG runs for just under two hours.
Find out more »Noon Year’s Eve
The Duluth Public Library hosts a New Year's Eve party at noon for children in second grade and younger. The event includes a dance party, crafts, bubbles and a noon countdown to a shower of balloons. The event will be held in the Green Room of the library's downtown location.
Find out more »Jan 2020
An event every month that begins at 4:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Mar 5, 2020
Write On!
An event every month that begins at 4:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Mar 5, 2020
Write On is a series of four workshops designed for young writers ages 10-18 held the Gold Room of the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch . Each workshop is a stand-alone event. Young writers may attend as many or as few as they would like. Attendees need not bring any completed writing, but those who do will have the option of sharing their work and receiving feedback. Pizza will be provided until it's gone. The workshops are free, but registration…
Find out more »Learn to Code with Ozobots
Ozobots are tiny robots that can be coded using colored markers. Kids in grades 1-5 can learn the basics of how they work and how to use them during this introductory course in the Green Room of the the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch. Children ages eight and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Ozobot Challenge
Ozobots are tiny robots that can be coded using colored markers. Kids in grades 1-5 who are familiar with ozobots will be challenged to use them to solve puzzles at this event in the Green Room of the the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch. Children ages eight and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »One event on Jan 15, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Jan 22, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Jan 29, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 5, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 12, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 19, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 26, 2020 at 10:30 am
Storytime Stay & Play
One event on Jan 15, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Jan 22, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Jan 29, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 5, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 12, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 19, 2020 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 26, 2020 at 10:30 am
Duluth Parks and Recreation offers large motor and imaginative play time in the Duluth Public Library's Green Room after the Baby and Toddler and Preschool Storytime events. The event is for infant through preschool-age children.
Find out more »History Day Hullabaloo
The downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library hosts a History Day Hullabaloo in the Green Room. The Hullabaloo is a research open house for students working on History Day projects. Students can receive one-on-one guidance from History Day staff and mentors, ask librarians who are on staff for research help and find books, articles and online resources. This event is first come-first serve, so students should arrive early to ensure a one-on-one conference with a History Day staff member…
Find out more »Storytime with Chione Woodwind Quintet
Chione Woodwind Quintet hosts storytime in the Gold Room of the downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library. The quintet intertwines musical learning, storytelling and American Sign Language.
Find out more »Adulting 101
The Duluth Public Library hosts life skills classes one Wednesday a month in the Green Room of the library's downtown branch. Full Schedule: Wed., Jan. 15: Personal Safety 101 Community Police Officer Mike Jambor leads a conversation on minimizing the chance of having personal items stolen, when to call 911, what to expect if you do and more. Wed., Feb. 12: Finance 101 Members Cooperative Credit Union Membership Development Coordinator Anna Nelson covers the basics of finance and money management.…
Find out more »One event on Jan 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm
One event on Feb 7, 2020 at 1:45 pm
One event on Jan 31, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Academy Award Friday Films
One event on Jan 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm
One event on Feb 7, 2020 at 1:45 pm
One event on Jan 31, 2020 at 2:00 pm
The Duluth Public Library is screening this year's Oscar-nominated films in its Green Room on Fridays from Jan. 17 to Feb 7. Ballots will be available at each movie. The person who gets the most correct will win a gift card to Marcus Theatres. There will be movie trivia before the Feb. 7 screening with a chance to win a box of candy. Titles of films to be determined. The 92nd Academy Awards are Feb 9.
Find out more »Lake Superior Zoomobile
The Lake Superior Zoo brings live animals to the downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library for children to meet. Zoo staff will teach children about the animals; some animals may even be pet.
Find out more »Book Bingo for Kids
The Duluth Public Library hosts book bingo in the Green Room of their downtown branch. Book bingo plays like regular bingo, but replaces the numbers with images of book covers. Every bingo earns a book and entry into a drawing for gift cards to local book stores.
Find out more »Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Kombucha
From selecting ingredients to brewing, fermenting and bottling, this class in the library's Green Room is a chance to get kombucha questions answered from local Market Day artisan Lanae Rhodes. Find out about probiotics and sample a variety of kombucha flavors. Go home with recipes and suppliers. Samples available, while supplies last. No registration is required.
Find out more »Recycle, Repurpose, and Restyle with Mary Mulari
People interested in reusing household textiles and vintage linens, including Grandma’s doilies, are encouraged to attend this event in the library's Green Room. Turn tablecloths, T-shirts, and thrift shop treasures into contemporary heirlooms and useful accessories. Learn Mary’s laundering/whitening tips and how to create gifts with basic sewing skills or fabric glue.
Find out more »Feb 2020
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Kefir
Market Day artisan Lanae Rhodes leads an info session on kefir in the Green Room of the downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library. Kefir soda samples will be available while supplies last. No registration is required.
Find out more »Coding for Kids
Coding for Kids takes place in the Gold Room of the main library. The event includes learning opportunities about the basics of computer programming through adventure and hands-on play. The variety of tools used include Turing Tumbles, Cubettos and Ozobots.
Find out more »Lake Superior Writers: Obtaining Writing Feedback and Forming Editing Groups
Lake Superior Writers hosts local writers to discuss the feedback process and sifting through the feedback to strengthen one's writing. Independent publisher Jim Perlman speaks about the editing process, writer Felicia Schneiderhan talks about structuring writing groups, and representatives from local writing groups share how their own writing groups are structured. This event is will be held in the Green Room of the downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library.
Find out more »Critical
Lake Superior Writers hosts esteemed scribes to discuss the feedback process (both one-on-one and in groups) and how to sift through the feedback to strengthen one's writing. Agenda: 1) Jim Perlman, owner of Holy Cow! Press, will speak about the editing process 2) Local writer Felicia Schneiderhan will present about structuring writing groups 3) Representatives from local writing groups will share how their own writing groups are structured and will be open for questions about setting up a group 4)…
Find out more »The Blue Army, Grey Samaritans, and the White Cross: Polish Americans in France, 1917-1920
The Twin Ports Genealogical Society hosts a presentation on the history of Polish Army in France and their battle for Polish Independence. The talk will be held in the Green Room of the downtown branch of the Duluth Public Library.
Find out more »Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Kids in grades K-5 can drop in to the library anytime between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to create their own valentines. Cards can be made for for a veteran or for a friend.
Find out more »MNsure Navigator Free Consultation
Located in the Partnership Center (second floor), every Tuesday and Thursday. No appointment necessary; walk-ins welcome. To enroll, bring information about household income, Social Security numbers for every person applying and information about any offer of employer-sponsored insurance. MinnesotaCare and Medical Assistance is open for enrollment year-round. For those needing coverage from a Qualified Health Plan, enrollment is available during Open Enrollment, or in the case of a Qualifying Life Event. Visit www.insureduluth.org or www.mnsure.org for more information.
Find out more »Tax Preparation Help
Students from the University of Minnesota Duluth's accounting program help with tax preparation in the Duluth Public Library's Gold Room. Help is available to households with incomes under $56,000 on a first come, first served basis. For information on what documents to bring, visit the library's tax page.
Find out more »Vegan Cookbook Club
Attendees should bring one or more vegan cookbooks from the collection of the Duluth Public Library and one or more recipes from the books that they have tried or would like to try. (If possible, bring a few copies of the recipe to share.) Also, bring questions and discoveries about plant-based cooking and baking. For more information, contact facilitator Bonnie Ambrosi at bonnieambrosi @ gmail.com.
Find out more »Shrinkable Art for Kids
The youth services area of the library hosts a shrinkable art event where attendees can design their own artwork, jewelry, magnets and key-chains then watch as they shrink before their eyes. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Made possible by the Friends of the Duluth Public Library.
Find out more »Friday Movies: Gemini Man
"Gemini Man" is shown in the the main library's Green Room. Movie Synopsis: Henry Brogan is an elite 51-year-old assassin who's ready to call it quits after completing his 72nd job. His plans get turned upside down when he becomes the target of a mysterious operative who can seemingly predict his every move. To his horror, Brogan soon learns that the man who's trying to kill him is a younger, faster, cloned version of himself.
Find out more »Beaded Animal Keychains
Kids can make beaded animal keychains for themselves, family or friends. Kits with beads and instructions are supplied so that participating crafting kids can create accessories for their backpacks or parent's car keys. The event is in the Green Room.
Find out more »Free Friday Movies: Harriet
From her escape from slavery through the dangerous missions she led to liberate hundreds of slaves through the Underground Railroad, the story of heroic abolitionist Harriet Tubman is told. PG-13, 2019. Drama/Action, 2h 5m.
Find out more »Gaming and Crafts for Kids
Main library, Green Room. K-5 kids can drop in to play on Wii U and Wii game systems, play board games, or make a simple craft.
Find out more »Mar 2020
An event every week that begins at 10:15 am on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
Baby and Toddler Storytime
An event every week that begins at 10:15 am on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
The Duluth Public Library presents 20 minutes of simple stories and fingerplays for infants and toddlers with parents every Wednesday in the Main Library Green Room. Meet in Youth Services.
Find out more »Storytime Stay and Play
Stay after the 10:15 storytime for large motor and imaginative play provided by Duluth Parks and Recreation. This event is for children birth through preschool. Main library, Green Room. Every Wednesday through May.
Find out more »Tech Cafe
Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss presents "Tech Cafe," where adults 55+ can learn about Alexa, smartphones, tablets, apps and other smart home devices to stay connected with family, home safety and more. The session is in the Green Room.
Find out more »The Abominable Snowman: Crafts and Movie
Snowman-themed crafts start art 10:30 a.m. and the movie "Abominable" starts at 11:30 a.m. Movie Synopsis: After discovering a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building, teenage Yi and her two friends embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family. But to do so, they must stay one step ahead of a wealthy financier and a determined zoologist who want to capture the beast for their own gain. Rated PG and runs for 1…
Find out more »Movies at the Library: Downton Abbey
The Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of their lives. A royal visit from the king and queen of England soon unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue -- leaving the future of Downton hanging in the balance. Main Library, Gold Room. PG, 2019. Drama/historical period drama, 2h 3m.
Find out more »Becky Schlegel Duo
Schlegel's music draws on the influence of classic country, bluegrass and folk. Main Library, Gold Room.
Find out more »Ukrainian Eggs for Spring
Theresa Hornstein from the Duluth Folk School presents on the history of Pysanky (Ukrainian-style wax resist eggs) in the main library's Green Room. Afterwards, attendees can practice techniques for creating the eggs, including how to draw designs in melted wax and dye the eggs. Space is limited and registration is required.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 11:15 am on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
Preschool Storytime
An event every week that begins at 11:15 am on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
The Duluth Public Library presents 30 minutes of stories, songs and fingerplays in the Main Library Green Room every Wednesday. Parents are welcome to attend with their preschoolers, but may also treat this as a first independent activity for their children. Meet in Youth Services area.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
Social Worker Drop-in
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until Mar 11, 2020
Social workers from the St. Louis County Health and Human Services Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Initiative hold open hours for the public in the Partnership Center on the second floor of the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch. Social workers can help with questions about substance use and addiction, mental health, St. Louis County services and referrals to local agencies.
Find out more »Free Friday Movies: The Good Liar
"The Good Lair" is played in the main library's "Green Room." Movie Synopsis: Career con artist Roy Courtnay can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her life and home to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life. Rated R. Run time is one hour and 49 minutes.
Find out more »Squad Car Storytime
A half hour of engaging read-aloud for kids with one of Duluth's police offers.
Find out more »Paper Crafternoon
Kids of all ages can make fun and easy paper crafts during this event.
Find out more »Book Bingo
Instead of numbers, book titles are drawn. The winner recieves a gift card to Barnes & Noble.
Find out more »Teen Anime & Manga Club (Cancelled)
This event has been cancelled. Anime, cosplay, manga, food, and games for teens in grades 6-12.
Find out more »DPL Book Group: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek
New members welcome. The DPL Book Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from September to May, at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Gold Room of the Main Library. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk of the Main Library four weeks before the meeting.
Find out more »Crafternoons for Adults (Cancelled)
This event has been cancelled. Crafts aren’t just for kids. Adults are invited to drop in to the Duluth Public Library's Green Room for make and take art projects. Supplies are provided. No registration or experience necessary.
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