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Library Club

Screening the Documentary: "What a Beautiful Detroit!"
2025-02-25 14:00:00 2025-02-25 15:00:00 America/Chicago Library Club Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, "What a Beautiful Detroit."  The documentary will trace the creation and role of Detroit Lake. Feel free to come early for refreshments. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Tuesday, February 25
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-25 14:00:00 2025-02-25 15:00:00 America/Chicago Library Club Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, "What a Beautiful Detroit."  The documentary will trace the creation and role of Detroit Lake. Feel free to come early for refreshments. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, "What a Beautiful Detroit."  The documentary will trace the creation and role of Detroit Lake. Feel free to come early for refreshments.

Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, What a Beautiful Detroit. The documentary will trace the creation of Detroit Lake, human settlement on and near the lake, and the important role the lake has provided for human needs. Detroit Lake is the primary character in this presentation. View the 10,000 years of history that Detroit Lake has witnessed.  The program will feature a 30-minute video followed by a Q&A session. Entertainment will be provided by Greg Johnson and his Wonderful Trumpet. Feel free to come early to enjoy a cup of coffee and treat while getting to know others who are curious about our community and its people! 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations |

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Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
Branch manager
Pamela Westby
Hours
Mon, Jan 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 01 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Feb 02 Closed
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About the branch

The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

Upcoming Events

Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Books and Blankets: Silent Reading Party - with La Barista, Bluebird Books, & Friends of the Library
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Book lovers are invited to the cozy comfort of the library for a silent reading party. Bring your favorite blanket, pick a reading spot, and read. Enjoy snacks, bookish crafts, and raffle prizes.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Ask a Techspert - Get Technology Assistance at Your Library!
Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have a phone, tablet, laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device that you’re struggling to use? We can help! Registration required.
Housing Rights - With the Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota.
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us to learn about housing rights with the Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota.
Writer's Group - Share your work and learn from other writers!
Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Our monthly Writers' Group is a place for writers of all levels to come together and share your work, ideas, and encouragement with each other. All genres welcome.  
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
After Hours Book Club: "The Best Way to Bury Your Husband" - At Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "The Best Way to Bury Your Husband" by Alexia Casale.
Becker County Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale - Don't miss this Winter Book Sale!
Fri, Feb 07, 9:00am - 6:00pm
The Friends Book Sale features a wide variety of books, movies, and other materials, for all ages! Free Will offering, with all proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. 
Becker County Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale - Don't miss this Winter Book Sale!
Sat, Feb 08, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The Friends Book Sale features a wide variety of books, movies, and other materials, for all ages! Free Will offering, with all proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. 
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Paddling from Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean - with Zach Fritz
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. Hear about how he and his friend Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from MN to the Arctic Ocean.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club - Join us to discuss "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Genealogy Work Session - Take on your family research project!
Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required.
Anime & Manga Club
Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
We are hosting our own Anime Club Awards. Join us to reveal our favorite shows, characters, songs, and more.
All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for an engaging, interactive and inclusive story and play time. Our library offers a welcoming, accessible space where children of all abilities can enjoy the magic of storytelling.  
Library Club - Screening the Documentary: "What a Beautiful Detroit!"
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, "What a Beautiful Detroit."  The documentary will trace the creation and role of Detroit Lake. Feel free to come early for refreshments.
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam every fourth Wednesday. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
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