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Author Visit Featuring Cary J. Griffith

Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters
2024-09-11 18:30:00 2024-09-11 19:30:00 America/Chicago Author Visit Featuring Cary J. Griffith Join the library and author Cary J. Griffith to discuss his book "Gunflint Falling" and the true accounts of what happened during the 1999 storm that tore across northern Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library -

Wednesday, September 11
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-11 18:30:00 2024-09-11 19:30:00 America/Chicago Author Visit Featuring Cary J. Griffith Join the library and author Cary J. Griffith to discuss his book "Gunflint Falling" and the true accounts of what happened during the 1999 storm that tore across northern Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library -

Join the library and author Cary J. Griffith to discuss his book "Gunflint Falling" and the true accounts of what happened during the 1999 storm that tore across northern Minnesota.

In 2024, the Fargo-Moorhead area will mark the 25th anniversary of the 1999 storm that bore down on the region and left a wake of damage in its path as it traveled across northern Minnesota. Join Minnesota author Cary J. Griffith to discuss his book Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters, detailing first hand accounts from those that found themselves stranded and injured in the wake of the unexpected storm. He will also introduce his latest novel, Dead Catch.

Admission is free thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Legacy Events | Author Visits |

TAGS: | Storm | Gunflint Falling | Griffith | Cary J. Griffith | Blowdown in the Boundary Waters | Author Visit |

Moorhead Public Library
moorhead@larl.org
Phone: 218-233-7594
Branch manager
Megan Krueger
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Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 9:00AM to 4:00PM
(The library is closing early due to weather conditions.)
Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 Closed
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Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Game Night for Adults - Monday Meetup
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to play games and chat. Bring your favorite card or board game, or try one of ours! Refreshments will be provided.
Red Cross Blood Drive - Give a Life-Saving Gift this Holiday Season!
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm
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CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Dec 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Holiday Canning Workshop - Learn how to preserve treats for friends and family
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Thinking about gifting homemade jams or jellies this holiday season? Join us to learn more about preserving delicious treats for friends and family, with Clay County Extension.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is WINTER!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Origami Club at the Moorhead Library - Learn and practice paper art
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us at the Moorhead Public Library for an origami club. All are welcome to come and practice this paper folding skill.
The Language Exchange - Portuguese Edition
Wed, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The third Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is HATS!
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Silent Book Club - Monday Meetup
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to enjoy some quiet reading time.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Dec 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Dec 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Dec 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is PENGUINS!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Dec 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is PENGUINS!
Noon Year's Eve - Celebrate the New Year with your library!
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Join the library for a kid-friendly "Noon Year's Eve" celebration, complete with a balloon drop at noon!
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Craft Connection - Monday Meetup
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to craft and chat! Bring whatever project you are working on and meet up with other local crafters. Refreshments will be provided.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Jan 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response Office Hours - Here at the Moorhead Library on First Wednesday of the Month
Wed, Jan 07, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Language Exchange - French Edition
Wed, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The first Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing French language proficiency.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is WEATHER!
Job Seeker Series - Learn about securing employment in today's workforce
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a series of informational sessions for job seekers, with Samantha Ramirez, Job Counselor at Rural Minnesota CEP (Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.).
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors Office Hours - On the Second Monday of the Month from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Office hours from Lutheran Social Services are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most.
Best Sellers Book Club - Join us to discuss "We Solve Murders"
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discuss the latest best sellers with the Moorhead Public Library! This month we'll meet to discuss "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman.
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